World Heritage Site:
City of Cuzco
Publication Year:
2020
Publication Type:
Book chapter
Publication Identifier:
WHE96E6B9149F
Summary
Historical accounts detail the arrival of Soto and Gabriel de Rojas in Cuzco, alongside Francisco Pizarro's departure from the city and subsequent actions. The narrative captures critical moments during the Spanish conquest of Peru, including Pizarro's strategic retreat after abandoning Jauja, his descent to the plains, and the broader implications for the region's political and social landscape. This chapter provides a vivid portrayal of the complexities and challenges faced by the conquistadors, offering insights into their tactics, alliances, and conflicts with local populations. Published in 'The Discovery and Conquest of Peru,' this account remains a key source for understanding the early phases of Spanish colonization in South America.
Citation
(Ed.). (2020). LXXVII. About how Soto and Gabriel de Rojas arrived in Cuzco, and how Pizarro left that city and the things that he did until he descended to the plains after abandoning the city of Jauja. The Discovery and Conquest of Peru, 350–353. https://doi.org/10.1515/9780822382508-080