Hernán Cortés

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Spanish adventurer and conquistador who independently led the conquest of the Aztec Empire, driven by a desire for gold.

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Markets turn Trump, Long rates spike, Election home stretch, Influencer mania, Saving Starbucks

Markets turn Trump, Long rates spike, Election home stretch, Influencer mania, Saving Starbucks

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A historical figure whose strategy of 'burning the boats' symbolizes committing fully to a venture without a safety net, which is argued to be essential for achieving greatness in startups.

Civilization #44: The Spanish Conquest of the New World

Civilization #44: The Spanish Conquest of the New World

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Spanish adventurer and conquistador who independently led the conquest of the Aztec Empire, driven by a desire for gold.