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He reached Baja California during his explorations, and possibly is responsible of naming the Sea of Cortez (also known as Gulf of California).

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Land conquered by Cortes?

Hernan Cortes is credited with conquering the Aztec Empire and bringing much of Mexico under Spanish rule.


What is a true statement regarding Herman Cortes?

Hernan Cortes was a Spanish conquistador who led the expedition that caused the fall of the Aztec Empire in Mexico. He is known for his role in the conquest of the Aztec civilization and for establishing Spanish rule in Mexico.


Who conquered the Aztec of Mexico?

The Aztec Empire was conquered by an alliance between Spanish conquistadors led by Hernan Cortes (1485-1547), and the Tlaxcalan Lordship, which provided over 100,000 warriors to conquer their bitter enemies, the Aztecs.


How was the New World affected by Cortes defeating the Aztecs?

When Hernando Cortes' defeated the Aztec empire in what is now Mexico, it made a significant change in Spanish explorations and their activities in Mexico. Cortes' was able to take gold, silver, and precious gems and send back to Spain. Spain established a major settlement in Mexico.


How long did Cortes rule Mexico?

For only three years: from 1521 to 1524.


Which civilization was destroyed by hernan Cortes?

The Aztec civilization, led by Emperor Moctezuma, was conquered and destroyed by Hernan Cortes and his Spanish forces in the early 16th century. Cortes arrived in Mexico in 1519 and, with the help of indigenous allies who resented Aztec rule, he was able to defeat the Aztec Empire in 1521.


What was the last empire to rule Mexico before the Spanish came?

The Aztec Empire was the last empire to rule Mexico before the Spanish came.


Why did Mexico break from Spanish rule?

So that they can freedom.


Who rebelled against the spanish rule in Mexico?

Priest Miguel Hidalgo (1753 - 1811) is regarded as the original leader of the insurgents who finally ended Spanish rule in Mexico.


What happened during Cortes trip?

During Hernán Cortés' expedition to Mexico in 1519, he led a small force of Spanish conquistadors to the Aztec Empire, where he sought wealth and glory. Cortés formed alliances with various indigenous groups who were discontent with Aztec rule, which helped him in his conquest. He eventually captured the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlán, leading to the fall of the empire and the establishment of Spanish colonial rule in the region. His journey significantly impacted the course of history, resulting in the spread of Spanish influence and the dramatic decline of indigenous civilizations in the Americas.


What was Hernando Cortes most known for?

He landed on the Mexico shore, sunk his ships so none of his men could return or turn on him, then he encountered the Aztects, and defeated them. They made Mexico city there and then went south for the Incas, who were wealthy.


For what country or countries did Hernando Cortes sail?

Hernando Cortes first arrived in the New World in 1504 in Hispaniola, then under Spanish rule. Cortes is better known for his conquering of the Aztec Empire in present-day Mexico in 1521.