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That was a driving force to their take over of the Americas. Spain became rather rich with the gold and silver that was brought back from the are.

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Is it true Spain conquered the Mayans in Mexico and Inca in Peru for their wealth?

Yes, they did. They looked for gold.


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400 troops and the aid of several thousand Tlaxcalan warriors.