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Spain conquered the Inca Empire by force of arms.
Francisco Pizarro worked for Spain primarily due to the promise of wealth and adventure that the New World offered. Motivated by the Spanish crown's desire for expansion and conquest, he sought to gain riches through the exploration and conquest of territories in South America, particularly the Inca Empire. Pizarro's allegiance to Spain allowed him to gain official support and resources for his expeditions, ultimately leading to his success in capturing the Inca leader Atahualpa and claiming vast territories for Spain.
the three ancient civilizations that Spain wiped out were the Aztec, Inca, and Maya.
Spain used money gained from the conquest of the Inca to enlarge its army and navy.
Spain conquered the Inca and Aztec Empires. By the time of European arrival, the Mayan civilization had imploded four centuries prior.
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Pizarro first entered the Inca Empire in search of wealth and glory. He aimed to conquer the Inca Empire and claim its riches for Spain, motivated by tales of Inca gold and the desire to expand Spain's empire in the New World.
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