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How was the experience of the Aztec under hernan Cortes similar to that of African's brought to the new world in the 1500s?

Both groups were forced to do unpaid labor for the European colonists. APEX


Did hernan Cortes explore California?

Hernando Cortes explored California because he was looking for the next Aztec Empire. He wanted the same glory he received from finding that brilliant empire again. Many Spanish explorers after did the same thing, in North America only to fail. They wanted glory, and they wanted wealth. Very few were there for missionary purpose.


Did hernan Cortes succeed?

Yes, Hernán Cortés succeeded in his conquest of the Aztec Empire, which he initiated in 1519. Through a combination of military strategy, alliances with indigenous groups, and the exploitation of local rivalries, he captured the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlán in 1521. His actions led to the fall of the empire and significant Spanish colonization in Mexico. However, this "success" came at a tremendous cost to the indigenous population, including widespread death and cultural destruction.


What were Hernan Cortes mom and dads name?

Hernan Cortes' father's name was Martin Cortes and his mother's name was Catalina Pizarro Altamirano. Martin Cortes was a Spanish infantry captain, while Catalina Pizarro Altamirano was the daughter of a colonel. Hernan Cortes himself was a Spanish conquistador who is known for his conquest of the Aztec Empire in the early 16th century.


What deed is Hernan Cortes most famous for?

Hernán Cortés is most famous for leading the expedition that resulted in the fall of the Aztec Empire in present-day Mexico. In 1519, he arrived in the region, forming alliances with local tribes and eventually capturing the Aztec capital, Tenochtitlán, in 1521. His actions paved the way for Spanish colonization of Mexico and marked a significant moment in the history of European exploration and conquest in the Americas.