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The foundation of La Paz, 1548
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In what year was La Paz founded?

1548

What does the name 'La Paz' mean in English?

The Peace

Who led the rebellion against Spanish authority in Peru in 1544?

Gonzalo Pizarro

In what year did Gonzalo Pizarro's rebellion begin?

1544

When was Gonzalo Pizarro captured by Spanish forces?

1546

What did the New Laws significantly reduce?

Power of encomenderos

Where was La Paz located geographically?

High in the Andes mountains

Which silver mines were La Paz strategically positioned near?

Potosí and Oruro

What were audiencias that were established in La Paz?

Colonial courts

La Paz was founded on the site of which former Inca city?

Laja

What did the foundation of La Paz mark historically?

Peak of conquistador conquest

In what year did the Valladolid debate occur?

1550

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