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What were the Spanish soldiers who conquered the Americas called?

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Conquistador. Any of the leaders in the Spanish conquest of America, especially of Mexico and Peru, in the 16th century.

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Answer:

Conquistadors or conquistadores depending on the spelling :)

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The knights / soldiers involved in the conquering of the Americas were widely known as conquistadors!

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