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Conquistadors
For God, Glory and Gold, was their rallying cry, but the conquest of much of the New World by Spanish conquistadors, driven by a mentality reminiscent of the medieval crusaders, was surely one of history's turning points, but even in the 16th century, questions were asked about the morality of their exploits.
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How did cabeza de vaca first describe the land he had seen and heard about?
He had seen little farming and few settelements. He had heard that these people lived in large houses and traded turquooise.
Where was Vasco Nunez de Balboa country of origin?
i don't know for sure but i think from south america
What happened to Tenochtitlan after it fell to Cortes?
After it fell to Cortes, he gained control of it.
What was Juan Ponce de leon goal?
Juan Ponce De Leon's goal was to find land and gold for Spain documents and letter he wrote him self don't say any thing about the fountain of youth
What year did Cortes arrive in the New world?
Hernan Cortes was a Spanish Conquistador that brought about the fall of the Aztec Empire. Cortes arrived in the New World to conduct his exploration in 1506.
Did Hernan Cortes first land in Yucatan or Veracruz?
Hernan Cortes first landed in Yacatan in the 1800s
What date did Francisco Pizarro attack Montezuma?
Pizarro didnt attack montezuma Pizarro attacked Athualpa
What happened when Spanish Conquistadors attacked the Aztec capital in 1521?
In 1521, the Spanish Conquistadors conquered Tenochtitlan, the Aztec capital. As soon as the Spaniards attacked with their Amerindian allies, most importantly the Tlaxcala who donated thousands of soldiers to effort, they were able to overrun the city.
When did Hernando Cortes start exploring?
Hernando Cortez first explored Mexico in 1519, conquering the Aztec civilization in 1521.
What did francisco Pizarro bring back to Europe from the Americas?
He brought back a room of Gold and Silver because he captured the Incan king. Because the Incan king paid their ransom.
Who was vasco nunez de Balboa's patron?
King Tacoritto of Mexico. He liked to eat tacos and said ducks were as smart as humans. He gave Vasco Nunez de Balboa money to go to the new world and bring back some grub cause he was hungry. He returned with gold and pearls so that the king could get an even bigger lunch. When Balboa presented the pearls and gold, king Tacoritto said "What do you want me to do eat this? Go get me some tacos." And he did. They were good. The end.
What was Luis de Moscoso de Alvarado's role in the exploration of the Americas?
he was famous for his wealth
Why didn't Pizarro and the Incas get along?
because they tryed to sleep together and enjoyed it however someone tatal taled to one of there wives the agument stands in bed
Cortes is known for his exploration of Mexico and the defeat of the Aztec Empire. He was from Spain and his explorations led to the early colonization of America.
Who did the Incas interact with?
incas interact with other incas and animals posted by Cody
incas interact with other incas and animals posted by Cody
incas interact with other incas and animals posted by Cody
incas interact with other incas and animals posted by Cody
How did the instability in the Aztec Empire help Cortes defeat Montezuma?
I
don't know butt u should shearch explorers and expeditions/history to find out.
What was a direct result of the conquest of Tenochtitlán by Hernán Cortés in 1521?
The fall of the Aztec Empire
