386. The Fall of the Aztecs: The City of Gold (Part 3)
The Rest Is History
The Relationship Between the Clashkalans and the Spanish
The Clashkalans want the Spanish to do their dirty work, while Cortez wants to make a brutal statement to the Mexica. He sees an opportunity to demonstrate what he and the Spaniards are capable of. While Cortez may be legitimately worried, he has decided to become a terrifying player in the game. The violence and ruthlessness he displays are learned behaviors from his past experiences. Cortez is a great opportunist with no limits.
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