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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.
2,209 Questions
Did alvar nunez cabeza de vaca have any children?
He does not have any siblings for all we know. He was claiming that he did not like kids but he thought he would change his mind if he worked part time at a daycare center.
Did Hernando De Soto ever go to school?
Yes Hernando De Soto did go to a University but I do not know which one.
What was the conquistadors' biggest advantage in defeating the Aztecs and the I ncas?
The biggest advantage was their weapons and armor.
Hernando Cortes marched his force of about 600 men through Mexico to conquer the Aztec empire?
Yes he did and montezuma thought he was a god so he welcomed Cortes nicely
Facts about vasquez de coronado's family?
* The wife was a colonial's daughter * They had eight children And that is all I know....
Which of the following statements about Cortés's contact with the Aztecs is true?
Some of the Aztecs may have initially thought Cortés was either a representative of their feathered serpent god Quetzalcoatl or Quetzalcoatl himself.
Why did Spain succeed in conquering so much of the Americas?
Answer 1
Their army was probably better. At that time the Americas didn't have much, so the result was them loosing.
Answer 2
Spain succeeded in conquering so much of the Americas because they used their religion as a main belief, the spread of European diseases weakened the Americas conquests, the Spanish soldiers and sailors had excellent fighting skills and used advanced weapons on the Native American armies, and lastly, Spain made alliances with the Native Americans, the enemies of the Incas and Aztecs.
How did the conquistadors justify their conquest of the Aztecc and Inca empires?
Gold, God, and Country. The first explorers came to the Americas in search for a faster rout to Asia. On their journey they found a previously unknown part of the world; and with it, an unknown people and culture. When the conquistadores entered into the great cities of these awesome empires (firstly Tenochtitlan, the capital city of the Aztec empire) they encountered a fortune in gold and new crops that they could take with them back to Europe. Some examples of these new foods included corn, avocados, chilies, vanilla, yams, chewing gum, and chocolate.
They also believed it to be their Christian duty to convert the polytheistic natives to their monotheistic Catholic ways.
And lastly, conquering the majority of the western hemisphere in the name of Spain ( and Portugal in the case of Brazil) was a smart strategic move that could gain them land, power and more money.
What was Juan Cabrillo's goals?
Cabrillo's goal was to find the mythical city of Cibola or "The City of Gold" but he never did. Instead he came upon what is now present day California. Cabrillo got as far as the Channel Islands because of bad weather
What were some problems 16th century conquistadors encountered aboard ship?
Scurvy definitely, which is a disease you get from a lack of vitamin C. Also, I would guess boredom must have been a problem on their long voyages.
What is Herman Cortez known for?
Herman Cortez is known for destroying the Aztec civilization and making Spain the powerhouse in Europe.
What made King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella give the royal grant to Juan Ponce De Leon?
King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella granted Juan Ponce de León royal permission to explore and colonize new territories primarily due to their interest in expanding Spain's influence in the Americas and the potential for wealth through new lands and resources. Ponce de León's previous experience as a governor in Puerto Rico and his reputation as an explorer made him a suitable candidate for such an expedition. Additionally, the allure of discovering new territories, like the fabled Fountain of Youth, further incentivized the crown to support his venture.
What might keep a conquistador from converting the Native people he encountered?
Several factors could hinder a conquistador from converting Native people, including language barriers that impede communication of religious concepts. Cultural differences and deeply rooted spiritual beliefs among Indigenous populations might lead to resistance against adopting foreign faiths. Additionally, the brutal methods often employed by conquistadors could foster resentment rather than acceptance of Christianity, as many natives might associate the religion with violence and oppression. Lastly, the lack of genuine interest or understanding from conquistadors themselves could result in superficial or ineffective conversion efforts.
