Aztec Empire

Fall of Tenochtitlán – The Brutal Siege That Changed History

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Fall of Tenochtitlán

The fall of Tenochtitlán, which took place from May 22 to August 13, 1521, represents a decisive moment in global history, one that not only marked the end of the Aztec Empire but also set the stage for Spain’s imperial expansion in the Americas. This brutal siege, orchestrated by the relentless Hernán Cortés, culminated after … Read more

Who Was Montezuma? The Last Great Aztec Emperor

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The Last Great Aztec

Montezuma II, born around 1466, stands as a prominent figure in Montezuma history, leaving an indelible mark on the legacy of the Aztec civilization. Ascending to the throne in 1502 as the ninth emperor following his uncle Ahuitzotl, he presided over Tenochtitlán during a transformative era marked by both the height of power and impending … Read more