Episode 2 of 3

Military Expedition

When: January 1567
Where: El Tocuyo to Caracas region
Part of: Founding of Santiago de León de Caracas

Losada departed El Tocuyo in January 1567 with a large force to confront indigenous resistance.

Departing El Tocuyo in January 1567 with a large force, Losada confronted fierce resistance from Indigenous groups led by Guaicaipuro. He secured victories in the region, clearing the path for the establishment of the new settlement.

Sources

Diego de Losada Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-18

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