Episode 2 of 2
Capture of Atahualpa
- When
- 16 November 1532
- Where
- Cajamarca
On November 16, 1532, Spanish forces ambushed Atahualpa in the plaza of Cajamarca, killing many of his attendants and capturing the Inca emperor.
Atahualpa entered Cajamarca on November 16, 1532, unarmed. Pizarro signaled the attack, and Spanish troops charged, killing thousands of Inca counselors and attendants. Atahualpa was captured while seated on his litter, with his guards sacrificing themselves to protect him.
Sources
- Battle of Cajamarca Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-19
- Atahualpa Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-12
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