Plot Synopsis

Narrated by Christian Camargo, CONQUISTADORS: THE RISE AND FALL is a six-episode documentary series that sheds light on the harsh truths surrounding Europe's dramatic wave of expansion from 1492 after Christopher Columbus landed in the Caribbean. CONQUISTADORS: THE RISE AND FALL debuted with back-to-back episodes on Thursday, April 11, 2024 from 9-11pm ET/PT on National Geographic Channel.
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On Thursday, April 24, 2024 from 9-11pm ET/PT, National Geographic Channel premiered two new episodes to close out CONQUISTADORS: THE RISE AND FALL:

"The Growth of the Colonies" (9pm): After decades of conquest, Spanish colonies have grown throughout the Americas.

"The Black Legend" (10pm): The 'Black Legend' is born and heralds the end of the era of Conquistadors.