Short History Of... The Aztecs
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Apr 7, 2024 Unveiling the true complexity of the Aztecs beyond the savage reputation, exploring their rise to power, complex religious beliefs, unique calendar system, and the fall of their empire to Spanish conquistadors. Delving into the lasting impact of Spanish colonization on indigenous communities in Mexico.
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Cortés and Moctezuma II
- The meeting between Hernán Cortés and Moctezuma II is famous, but mainly from the Spanish perspective.
- This version portrays Moctezuma II as willingly surrendering the Aztec empire to Cortés, which is contested.
Multifaceted Aztecs
- The Aztecs, active in central Mexico from the early 1300s, were more complex than typically depicted.
- They were skilled in various crafts and had a rich culture, contrary to the conquistadors' savage portrayal.
Aztec Migration
- The Aztecs, or Mexica, migrated to central Mexico from the north, likely due to warfare and drought.
- Central Mexico attracted them with its resources and established cultures.