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The Incan civilization was an advanced indigenous culture that thrived in South America from around 1400 to 1533 CE. They built a vast empire centered in modern-day Peru and were known for their impressive architectural achievements.

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What two regions provide historical examples of how geographical features have shaped cultural and political aspects, such as the Andes fostering the Incan civilization's development and the Mississippi River promoting trade in early American history?

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