How 200 Conquistadors Conquered an Empire of 10 Million
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Historical Events
Death of Atahualpa
Francisco Pizarro orders the death of the last Sapa Inca Emperor, Atahualpa
Famous Deaths
Atahualpa (c. 1502-1533)
last Sapa Inca Emperor, garroted by order of Francisco Pizarro at about 52
About July 26, 1533
Calendar: Julian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 490 years, 11 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo