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Why did hernan Cortes sail to south america?

hey sled to south america to get gold, god, and glory.


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.


Where did Hernando Cortes go on his first voyage?

Cortes wanted to go to Asia but he landed in Cuba. After that he sailed east where he found the island of Cozumel. Then he went north then south to end up in Campech.after that he sail to Pontonchon down south.then he sail to San Juan de Ulua where he landed in Mexico.after that her fought against an army of 25,000 men.now Cortes had only 499 men with guns, cannons and 16 horses. When the natives he fought saw the gun power and the horses they freaked out and thought that Cortes and men were gods so they retreated. Only two of Cortes men died and about 5,000 natives died that day in the battle.after that Cortes moved up north and fought more natives. Later Cortes was given about 200,000 to 300,000 men from different native tribes. Later on in 1519, Cortes and his 300,000 men attacked the capital city of the Aztecs called Tenochtitlan. I don't know how Cortes defeated the Aztecs if the Aztecs have over 2 million men, but he did. Later on, Cortes and other Spain armies took over Peasant Day Mexico, US, Middle Americas and the whole content of South America but Brazil.


Where did Hernando desoto go and what route did he take?

He came from Europe down up and around than landed in Florida a look in South East America.


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.

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Where did Hernando Cortes travel to and why?

south America in search of gold, land, and to spread Catholicism.


Who is the Spanish conqueror who claimed much of South America and Mexico for Spain?

They were different people. Hernan Cortes conquered the Aztec empire in Mexico, while Francisco Pizarro conquered the Incans in South America.


What was Hernando Cortes famous for?

Hernando Cortez was the Spanish commander who conquered the Aztec Empire and thus began the Spanish conquest of Central and South America.


When was Hernando Cortes sailing and exploring the world?

His first excursion as an observer was in 1499, to the Atlantic coast of South America.


When did Cortes arrive in South America?

he arrived in south america on the 18th of February 1519


How is Francisco Pizarro and Hernando Cortes different?

Francisco Pizarro conquered the Inca Empire in South America, while Hernando Cortes conquered the Aztec Empire in Mexico. Pizarro's conquest led to the establishment of the Viceroyalty of Peru, while Cortes' conquest led to the establishment of New Spain. Their tactics and approaches to conquest differed, with Pizarro relying more on political maneuvering and alliances, while Cortes used military force and alliances with indigenous groups.


Why did hernan Cortes sail to south america?

hey sled to south america to get gold, god, and glory.


Why were horses introduced to Mexico and South America?

they were brought to Mexico and south America by Hernando Cortes to get rid of the Inca and the Aztec. he couldn't take all of the horses back so he left them and they developed even more.


What continent did Hernando de soto sail to?

South and Central America


Is South America an overrated travel destination?

no, south America is not a overrated travel destination.


Where do you go if you travel south of South America?

If you travel south of South America far enough, you will reach the continent of Antartica.


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.