Which Inca city was central to Almagro's dispute with Pizarro?
Machu Picchu
Lima
Cuzco
Ollantaytambo
Answer
Cuzco, the former capital of the Inca Empire, became the focal point of a bitter dispute between Spanish conquistadors Francisco Pizarro and Diego de Almagro. Both men claimed rights to the city and its vast wealth. The conflict escalated into a civil war, with Almagro eventually defeated and executed by Pizarro. Cuzco remained under Pizarro's control, solidifying his power and influence in the newly conquered lands.
Conquistador Chronicles: The Diego de Almagro Expedition
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