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1450
Caras people conquered
The Incas of Peru conquered the Caras people whose kingdom has its capital in Quito. -
Period: 1450 to
Ecuador's independence
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1463
Ecuador became apart of the Inca empire
There were loyal Inca subjects from Peru and Bolivia brought to Ecuador to prevent a rebellion -
1531
Spanish troops defeat Incas
Spanish troops led by Francisco Pizarro landed on the coast of Ecuador, Where they defeated the Incas -
1534
Spaniards conquer Ecuador
This becomes part of the Spanish vice-royalty of Peru -
Ecuadoran middle class pushes for independence
After the Spaniards took over the middle class wanted to take back independence. -
Department of Guayaquil gaining Independence
This was the first territory of Ecuador to gain its independence. It is also the largest territory in Ecuador -
Ecuador independence
Ecuador gained its independence after Antonio José de Sucre defeated the Spanish royalist forces at the battle of Pichincha -
Ecuador Leaves Gran Colombia
They then become fully independent. -
Banana Trade grows
Banana trade brings prosperity to Ecuador. -
State of Emergency is declared
The fall of the economy due to failing oil prices leads to strikes, demonstrations, and a state of emergency.