Articles related to "Conquistador"

Spanish Conquistador armor - defensive Conquistador weapons used by Spanish cavalry & infantry in the New World including Conquistador helmets, shields and body armor.

An overview of Spanish Conquistador weapons - medieval weaponry used in the Spanish conquest of the New World from Conquistador swords to gunpowder weapons.

The Spanish Empire was pushed forward and brought to its initial scale and power, not by armies of the State, but by freelance Conquistadors.

From a wide variety of indigenous groups that exist in Ecuador the Quichua people stand out because they are the largest group and are quite unique in several ways.

This hearty, corn, and chicken stew is simple to make and incredibly satisfying. What makes this dish so unique is the combination of beef with mint and oranges.

Built on an island in the middle of a swamp, the Aztec capital, Tenochtitlán, became the center of an empire that lasted 200 years.

The life, times and personal challenges of one of Spain's most famous explorers and conquistadors.

Bartolomé de las Casas' "Account of the Destruction of the Indies" is a powerful insight into the conquistadors, and into European perceptions of Amerindians.

Spanish conquistador Cabeza de Vaca survived hurricanes, shipwrecks and capture by Indians, and was one of a handful of men to return from an expedition of 600.

The Yucatan city Chichen Itza was a six square mile city built starting in the seventh century AD. It was taken over by the Toltecs and later torn apart by a civil war.

The tiny South American country of Ecuador is a land of extreme cultural and ethnic diversity. The people have a unique heritage from European and indigenous cultures.

In his Pulitzer Prize-winning study of global human history, Jared Diamond offers a powerful explanation as to why some peoples rose to power and others fell behind

While Hernán Cortés is regarded as the conqueror of the mighty Aztec Empire, former illiterate pig-farmer Francisco Pizarro is credited with wiping out the Inca Empire.

Aime Tschiffely is probably the most famous long rider of the twentieth century. With his two trusted steeds he rode 10,000 miles over a three year period.

Machu Picchu was undisturbed for centuries and overtaken by the jungle. In1911 local Indians took American explorer Hiram Bingham to the site and it was "discovered".

The aggressive, flesh-hungry, carnivorous piranha swims in fresh-water rivers in S. America. It has razor-sharp teeth and often attacks much larger prey, including humans

Among the First Nations peoples of south-central British Columbia, there is a legend of buried Conquistador artifacts at a location referred to as the Spanish Mound.

Tula (or Tollan) was the capital of the Toltec empire and followed Teotihuacan as the strongest power in Mesoamerica.

Religion, economic prosperity and material wealth are what strongly motivated the Spanish Monarchs' desire to enlarge Spain's territories.

The origins of the Peruvian Paso horse - the Columbian Exchange & the arrival of the horse in the New World, Spanish Conquistadors and the breeding of the horse in Peru.

Moctezuma and the Aztecs of Tenochtitlan were expecting a god. Instead, they got Hernán Cortés and his merciless conquistadors, who brought them ruin.

Tequila is a direct descendant of North America's first distilled spirit, and was around long before any Cinco de Mayo celebration!

Vasco Núñez de Balboa had the privilege of being the first European to view the Pacific Ocean from the east after crossing the Isthmus of Panama.

A short analysis of moral perspective, style, and narrative voice in 'The Conquest of New Spain', the account of Bernal Diaz del Castillo.

Enjoy San Pedro de Atacama with its shaded plaza, a colonial church and well set up museum. It is also a base for trips to the surreal landscapes of the Atacama Desert.

As a Blenheim II product, Whirlaway got a double dose of the erratic gene that caused English breeders to shy away from their own stallion. But Whirly made good.

Exhibition explores the life of Moctezuma II, semi-mythical Aztec Emperor. He was regarded as a successful ruler, but was defeated by the Spanish invader Hernan Cortés.

Spanish conquistador and perpetrator of the most brutal massacre associated with the Conquest of New Spain.

Balboa was just about to embark on a new expedition to Peru, when he was arrested and charged with treason, after which he was inconvenienced by the removal of his head.

The Columbian Exchange--the exchange of European products to the Americas and vice-versa--invites discussion and evokes controversy to this day.

Mexicans have struggled for their own distinct identity since the effects of the Spanish Colonization.

Offensive Aztec weapons used by Aztec warriors in close combat and long-range. Ancient weaponry of the Aztec civilization from Aztec swords & clubs to Aztec bows & slings

The Inca civilization dominated South America during the 15th and 16th centuries. Here is an overview of the weapons Inca warriors wielded in battle.

Mint Lane's performance in winning the Dwyer Stakes should be expected from a colt with Danzig, Mr. Prospector, Majestic Light, and earlier huge stars in his pedigree.

Discover one of the most extraordinary feats in military history that immortalized a conquistador and lead to the end of a civilization.

A textual comparison of conquistador Bernal Diaz' 'The conquest of New Spain' and the anonymous Aztec informants of 'The Florentine Codex.'

With common histories of conquest by the Spanish in the 1500's, a fusion of two dishes from these distant nations is a fantastic combination.

The early life of Francisco Pizarro is shrouded in myth and mystery. What is known of this illegitimate, illiterate swineherd and future conqueror of the Inca Empire?

The Costa Rica coast to coast biking challenge called La Ruta covers 360km and 14,000m of total ascent over 4 days. Only the elite of mountain bike racing usually apply.

At the zenith of the Inca Empire, what was happening in the world? Here is a snapshot of world history putting into perspective the Inca civilization at its height.

Travel plans for Peru usually include popular tourist spots in Cusco and Machu Picchu. The Sacred Valley, which connects them, is an important part of the Inca Empire.

The American Mustang has a rich and colorful history. Moreover, the breed provided the foundation for many other breeds, including the popular Quarter Horse.

It is almost common knowledge that white Europeans killed a vast majority of Native Americans during their conquest of the continent. How did it actually happen, and why?

The discovery of the New World & the subsequent Columbian exchange unleashed a smallpox epidemic which would decimate the native population of Latin America.

Top sights to see in the historical center (centro historico) of Mexico City include the Zócalo plaza, churches, museums, palaces, and murals by Rivera and Orozco.

Defensive Aztec weapons used by Aztec Warriors including Aztec body armor, Aztec shields & Aztec helmets - ancient armor used by the Aztec civilization in warfare.

By 1585, when Europeans got their first taste of chocolate, cacao had been a major part of Mesoamerican society for over a thousand years.

The Encomienda System was established in response to the colonists' need for Indian labour, but became the most destructive system in the history of Spanish America.

Overlooking the ocean on one of the many Philippine islands, Fort San Pedro is a monument to history and popular tourist attraction.

Easy to prepare, tomato jam is an unusual and delicious spread on bagels, scones and more.