THE GRAND ARAUCANIAN WARS (1541–1883) IN THE KINGDOM OF CHILEby Eduardo Agustin Cruz The Mapuches accomplished what the mighty Aztec and Inca empires failed so overwhelming to do- to preserve their independence, and keep the Spanish invaders at bay. The Mapuche infantry played a vital role in the Araucanian war, from the initial of the conquest in 1541 to 1883.  For more information about the book, please visit:http://www.eduardoacruz.com http://www2.xlibris.com/THEGRANDARAUCANIANWARSINTHEKINGDOMOFCHILE