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The Banana Wars: U.S. Military Interventions in Central America and the Caribbean

The term "Banana Wars" refers to a series of U.S. military interventions in Central America…

Francisco Pizarro, Spanish conquistador responsible for the conquest of the Inca Empire in South America

Francisco Pizarro: Ruthless Conqueror of the Inca Empire

Francisco Pizarro, a Spanish conquistador born around 1475, is known for leading the conquest of…

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What Happened to the Ancient Mayans? Exploring the Fall and Legacy

The collapse of the ancient Mayan civilization remains one of the most fascinating and debated…