Montezuma II, the Aztec emperor, did not attack the invading Spaniards led by Hernán Cortés for several reasons. He initially believed Cortés might be a deity, Quetzalcoatl, returning as prophesied, which caused hesitation in direct confrontation. Additionally, Montezuma aimed to avoid conflict to maintain stability and protect his empire, as he was uncertain about the Spaniards' true intentions and military capabilities. This indecision ultimately contributed to the downfall of the Aztec Empire.
No. In fact, quite the contrary. The Spaniards were invading the Aztec kingdom of Tenochtitlan, which Montezuma was ruling. Believing he was Quetzalqoatl (possible missspell), their white, feathered-serpent god, they bestowed upon him gifts, but he wanted more. He defeated Montezuma's population of 5,000,000 with less than 1,000 soldiers.
Montezuma was the 9th, and last Aztec ruler.
montezuma was a god , Cortes
Montezuma was the Aztec king at the time of the Spanish conquest. There is a link below to an article on Montezuma.
Montezuma is said to be one of the major contributers of history. If someone asked me the question "Was Montezuma bad?", I wouldn't hesitate to answer "No."
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he didn't think they were a threat.
Pizarro didnt attack montezuma Pizarro attacked Athualpa
Montezuma II did not immediately order an attack on cortes?
Montezuma was afraid Cortes was the God returning home so he did not attack right away.
No. In fact, quite the contrary. The Spaniards were invading the Aztec kingdom of Tenochtitlan, which Montezuma was ruling. Believing he was Quetzalqoatl (possible missspell), their white, feathered-serpent god, they bestowed upon him gifts, but he wanted more. He defeated Montezuma's population of 5,000,000 with less than 1,000 soldiers.
He was out gunned. He had more people, but they had horses and guns.
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Because he wondered if perhaps the prophecy of Quetzalcoatl was coming true.
it was stolen by the spainiards
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There is a Lake Montezuma and Montezuma's Castle.