Francisco Pizarro: The Conquistador Who Changed History
Born in 1475 in Trujillo, Extremadura, in the Kingdom of Castile, Francisco Pizarro would go on to explore the New World and cement Spain's claim to vast territories. His life was one of adventure, ambition, and ruthless determination—qualities that defined the era of the conquistadors.
From Humble Beginnings to the New World
Raised in his grandparents' h…
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