they had better materials to fight with
decline of the Aztecs
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Hernán Cortés
In 1521
decline of the Aztecs
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The primary effect of the epidemic on the Aztecs during the Spanish conquest was a dramatic decline in their population, primarily due to diseases such as smallpox, which the indigenous people had no immunity against. This demographic collapse weakened the Aztec society, leading to social disruption and facilitating the Spanish conquest. The loss of life and the resultant chaos significantly diminished the Aztecs' ability to resist Spanish forces, ultimately contributing to the fall of their empire.
5 years
5 years
Hernán Cortés
In 1521
Through conquest
Spain felt in control. the Aztecs felt vulnerable.