Historical story

Did Vasco Nunez de Balboa marry a cheifs daughter?

Yes, Vasco Núñez de Balboa did marry the daughter of a chief. Her name was Careta and she was the daughter of the chief of the Cueva tribe. Balboa married her in 1513 in order to gain the support of the Cueva tribe for his expedition to find the Pacific Ocean. The marriage was a political alliance and it helped Balboa to gain the trust and support of the Cueva tribe, who provided him with guides and supplies for his journey.