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Which year did Almagro lead the expedition to central Chile?

  • 1534

  • 1536

  • 1539

  • 1541

Answer

In 1536, Spanish conquistador Diego de Almagro led an expedition to central Chile, seeking to conquer the region and its indigenous inhabitants. Almagro's expedition faced significant challenges, including harsh terrain, resistance from the local Mapuche people, and a lack of supplies. Despite these obstacles, Almagro's expedition managed to establish a foothold in central Chile, paving the way for the eventual Spanish conquest of the region.
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