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How did 168 conquistadors take down the Incan empire?

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The Incan empire was erased from existence by fewer than 200 men, but how was this possible? Find out how the Incan empire was brought down.

Conquistadors, Gold and Charlemagne: How California Got Its Name

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Surfboards, huarache sandals and endless sunshine? Yes. But throw in some Conquistadors, a Spanish novel, Black Amazons and, of course, Charlemagne and - voilà - the name "California" is born.

Inca Pictures

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Inca pictures show what life was like for the ancient Incas of South America. Take a look at pictures of the Incans.

The Real Story of Montezuma, the Last of the Aztec Emperors

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You might say there are two Montezumas: the real one who lived and the one who was invented after his death by conquistador Hernán Cortés.

The Manchineel, or 'Death Apple,' Is the World's Most Dangerous Tree

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Found along beaches and in the mangrove swamps of tropical climates, the fruit of the manchineel tree was called the 'little apple of death' by Spanish conquistadors.

Unraveling Khipu: The Inca Knot Language

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The Incas never invented a system of written language, but khipu is how they communicated. HowStuffWorks looks at the language of the Inca.

Which Breed of Horse Should You Ride?

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There's nothing as magnificent as a horse, and nothing as enjoyable as finding the right mount for you. It's important to start by picking the right breed. So go ahead and answer some questions, and we'll tell you which horse will trot or gallop with you!

Are we at the beginning of the end of Western civilization?

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The end of Western civilization could be caused by any number of cultural occurrences. Learn about the end of Western civilization.

Do Marfa Lights Come From UFOs, Cars, the Military or Ghosts?

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You would have to drive 500 miles (805 km) east of the tiny desert town called Marfa to reach Dallas, and just 60 miles Southwest would take you to the Rio Grande and the Mexican border. This desolate landscape is dominated by Mitchell Flat, broken intermittently by low, rolling peaks of the Chinati Mountains.

¿Puedes aprobar esta prueba sobre la historia de México?

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México es una nación colorida con una historia complicada y violenta. La región ha visto el surgimiento y caída de imperios y de dinastías políticas que abarcan siglos. ¿Qué es lo que realmente sabes de la historia de México?

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