Mexico City
History's Greatest Cities
Adaptation and Strategic Choices in Conquest
Cortes initially avoids using the encomienda system to win over the king, but later reverts when he finds a lack of expected treasure to keep his men content. The system secures indigenous labor for his followers in exchange for defenders of the realm. Conquistadors adapt to the new way of life with support from some indigenous peoples.
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