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The Rest Is History
391. The Fall of the Aztecs: The Last Emperor (Part 8)
Nov 23, 2023
The podcast discusses the aftermath of the fall of Tenochtitlan, including the fates of Cuauhtemoc, Cortés, and Malinche. They explore the Black Legend of Spanish imperialism and the long-term repercussions of the conquest. They also discuss challenges in translating history, Cortez's atrocities, and the impact of legalism and militarism on Native Americans.
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- The Spanish conquest of Mexico had devastating impacts on the indigenous population, resulting in widespread exploitation, violence, and atrocities.
- Hernan Cortes, the Spanish conquistador, had a mixed legacy and is seen as a symbol of colonialism, exploitation, and violence in Mexico.
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The Consequences of the Spanish Conquest
The Spanish conquest of Mexico had profound consequences for the indigenous people, the land, and the Spanish themselves. The arrival of smallpox, brought by the Europeans, played a devastating role in wiping out large portions of the indigenous population. While the conquistadors aimed to find gold and riches, their brutal tactics and lust for wealth led to widespread exploitation, violence, and atrocities. The conquest also had far-reaching cultural and political impacts, as the Aztec city of Tenochtitlan was destroyed and replaced by a new Spanish city, Mexico City. Indigenous people, including the Aztec aristocracy, were forced to adapt to Spanish rule and religious conversion, while some managed to maintain their ancestral traditions within the Spanish legal framework. Overall, the conquest established a template for European colonization and triggered a period of European dominance in the Americas.
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