Túpac+Amaru+II

= Tupac Amaru =

Túpac Amaru II was a cacique (hereditary chief) and a descendant of the last Incan ruler, Túpac Amaru. He was born between 1740 and 1742 and died in Cusco, Peru on May 18, 1781. He had lived in Peru all of his life and was famous for being the leader of a large rebellion against the Spanish rulers.

Amaru II lead the Incan people against the rule of the Spanish to gain back their land. He aided in capturing Spanish rulers and forcing them to gather themselves. This lead to them being hung. Amaru II was very intelligent and created planned attacks and raids toward the Spanish. Eventually him and his family were captured and brought to Cusco. There, Amaru II was forced to watch the execution of his wife and children; then he himself was mutilated, drawn and quartered, then beheaded.

Túpac Amaru II was loved by his people. He gave them hope to finally be released from Spanish rule. He influenced many to start their own rebellions. After he died the revolution continued and eventually, the Spanish government made a pardon and gave Peru its freedom because of his actions.

By: Lydia Reed