058 The Capture of Atahualpa - One Minute History

Spanish conquistador Francisco Pisaro invites Atahualpa to a feast in Cajamarca to honor him as the new Incan Emperor after defeating his half-brother's army, ending the Incan civil war. Unafraid of Pisaro's 160 soldiers, Atahualpa agrees to meet the Spaniards with 10,000 men. During the meeting, Friar Vicente de Valverde suggests Atahualpa convert to Christianity, but Atahualpa slaps the Bible from his hand. Pisaro then signals an ambush, leading to the slaughter of thousands of Incas. Atahualpa is captured, held for ransom, and eventually executed, as the Spanish continue to conquer the Incan Empire.

Describe the military advantage that the Spaniards had during the ambush.

What was the fate of the Incan Emperor during the events at the Walpa?