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What are some facts about Hernan Cortes?
Hernando Cortes conquered the aztecs for Spain
Why was it easy for Hernan Cortes to conquer the Aztecs?
The Aztecs believed him to be a sun god of some sorts and were in awe of him and his men on horses (never seen before)
Why did Montezuma allow Cortes into the capital?
Because he thought he was the god Quetzalcoatl coming back to reclaim his throne. According to the Aztecs, Quetzalcoatl was king in the city Tollan (Tula) until his brother Tezcatlipoca, through treachery and black magic managed to make him step down and go into exile. The Aztecs believed that Cortes was Quetzalcoatl coming back from that exile. PD: Some people claim that this was just a legend created by the Aztecs to find an excuse for their quick fall. This people say that Montezuma II allowed Cortes into Tenochtitlan just because he was unsure of how to act against this newcomers.
What made Cortes successful in conquering the Aztecs?
Some circumstances that helped Cortes be successful included:Disease brought by the Europeans, especially smallpox.Division amongst the Native American tribes in the region against the Aztecs.European weaponry, especially steel and horses.Cortes' tactics, particularly in holding the Emperor hostage.
How did Cortes interact with the Aztecs?
The meeting between the Aztecs and Cortez didn't go very well. As you may already know Cortez befriended the Aztecs because they thought he was a holy God. He left the city and when he returned he realized his men had killed all of the Aztecs due to some religious ritual. I think that if he had been there he would have stopped his men from killing the Aztecs, but that is just my opinion. So in conclusion the meeting between the Aztecs and Cortez went horribly wrong; in result many innocent people died.
What are some interesting facts about Cortes?
Hernando Cortes conquered the aztecs for Spain
What are some facts about Hernan Cortes?
Hernando Cortes conquered the aztecs for Spain
Why were some native Americans willing to form alliances with Cortes?
The Tlaxcalan rulers saw the Spanish (i.e., Cortes) as a possible ally against the Aztecs, and Cortes won over the leadership and was careful about what areas he claimed. He even convinced many elders and leaders to convert to Catholicism. An exchange of gifts was made, and an alliance was formed.
What were some important discoveries that Hernan Cortes did?
He discovered the Aztecs and defeated them
What were some advantages Cortes and his army have when fighting against the Aztecs?
guns
What were some important events in Cortes life?
Some important events in Cortes life are Montezuma gave Precious gold,Jewels and animals. Another event is he set sail to mexico in 11 small ships. Another event is he was determined to conquer the aztecs.
Why was it easy for Hernan Cortes to conquer the Aztecs?
The Aztecs believed him to be a sun god of some sorts and were in awe of him and his men on horses (never seen before)
What are some of the factors that helped Cortes defeat the Aztec?
Cortes' arrival coincided with an important Aztec prophecy. They believed that he could be the god Quetzalcoatl, who created humanity. The Aztecs were also taken with the light skin of the Spaniards.
What are some unique facts about Hernando Cortes?
Hernan Cortes conquered the Aztec's capital city, Tenochtitlan (now Mexico) and then he married the Aztec king (Montezuma)'s daughter.
What are some facts about Cortes?
Hernando Cortes conquered the aztecs for Spain
What did Spanish people think of Cortes?
Many Spanish people admired Cortes for his conquests and the wealth he brought back to Spain from the Aztec Empire. However, some criticized his brutal tactics and the way he treated the indigenous populations. Overall, Cortes was seen as a key figure in the Spanish conquest of the Americas.
What is one of the names of a tribe that helped Hernan Cortes to defeat the Aztecs?
I only know that they were trying to defeat the Algonquian tribe because of land...and I don't think another tribe was trying to help them. The Aztecs won because of their horses and strong materials. The Aztecs also had neighbors that disliked them, try to find the other tribes around the Aztecs since hernan cortez got help from some of the tribes that were enemies with the Aztecs.
