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When Hernán Cortés landed in Mexico in 1519, he did not literally burn his ships; instead, he scuttled them to prevent his men from retreating. This decisive action symbolized his commitment to conquest and his determination to succeed in his mission. By removing the option of returning home, he aimed to motivate his troops to fully engage in the challenges ahead.

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