What Happened on November 16, 1532

Historical Events

Victory in Battle

Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro captures Inca Emperor Atahualpa after a surprise ambush at Cajamarca in the Peruvian Andes

Spanish Conquistador Francisco Pizarro — Spanish Conquistador
Francisco Pizarro

Last Inca Emperor Atahualpa — Last Inca Emperor
Atahualpa

1532 Highlights

About November 16, 1532

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 488 years, 3 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Scorpio