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Yes, Cortes was educated as a lawyer, owned a farm and worked as soldier before going on his voyages.

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The Spanish explorer and conquistador responsible for the downfall of the Aztec Empire was Hernando Cortes.


What did Hernando Cortes do in life?

He conquered the Aztecs in Mexico in 1521 and became governor of what was then New Spain.


How did Hernando Cortes become an explore?

He became an explore by his eager, conquests, and that is how he lead himself to his first expedition.


What inspired Hernando Cortes?

Hernando Cortez was like all other explorers who were all sent to find new lands by their monarchs. He was inspired by his quest to spread Christianity, to find rare jewels and gold and for praise and glory.


What was Hernando de Soto's childhood life like?

He wanted to be an explorer like his dad so he became a explorer and a captain. He was young when he decided to be that. He had brothers and sisters. He had an amazing childhood.


What was Hernan Cortes claim to fame?

Hernando Cortes became famous for being a Spanish conquistador and explorer who defeated the Aztec empire and claimed Mexico for Spain. He set sail for the New World at the age of 19, and joined an expedition to Cuba later in life.


What were Hernan Cortes' achievements?

Hernando Cortes "discovered" Tenochtitlan , which was the capital of the Aztec empire. Also he followed the foot steps of Columbus from Spain to Mexico and the Carribean islands. And he conquered the Aztecs. He became mayor of Santiago de Cuba. From the emperor of the Aztecs he got jewels and gold.


Who was the first explorer of the mainland US?

The first Europeans to come to the mainland of the United States were likely the Vikings about 1000 AD. However, Hernando De Soto was the first Spanish explorer to explore part of what became the United States in 1516.


Who was the first explorer of the mainland of the US?

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