Capture of Atahualpa at Cajamarca

When

1532

Where

Cajamarca

Episodes

2

In November 1532, Francisco Pizarro and a small Spanish force ambushed Sapa Inca Atahualpa at Cajamarca. Despite Atahualpa's large retinue, the Spanish captured him and killed many of his attendants. This event marked the opening stage of the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire.

Episodes

1. 115 November 1532 · CajamarcaPizarro's Arrival

   Pizarro and his force arrived at Cajamarca on November 15, 1532, preparing to ambush the Inca emperor.

2. 216 November 1532 · CajamarcaCapture of Atahualpa

   On November 16, 1532, Spanish forces ambushed Atahualpa in the plaza of Cajamarca, killing many of his attendants and capturing the Inca emperor.

People involved

• Atahualpa · Sapa Inca (Inca Emperor)
• Francisco Pizarro · Spanish Conquistador

Sources

1. Battle of Cajamarca Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-19
2. Atahualpa Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-12

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