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In History / High School | 2014-11-26

Which empire was conquered by Hernan Cortés?

A. Aztec
B. Maya
C. Olmec
D. Inca

Asked by Wayner241

Answer (3)

Hernan Cortes was a Spanish Conquistador who led an expedition that conquered the Aztec Empire and imperialized large parts of Mexico. Cortes conquered modern day Mexico on behalf of the Spanish kingdom of King of Castille in the 16th century. Cortes was a part of the early colonizers from the Spain who conquered and colonized large swaths of the Americas. The Spanish conquered enormous swaths of Latin and South America and the effects of this colonization can still be seen in the language, culture, and lifestyle of this region.

Answered by Gibbs | 2024-06-10

The answer is Aztec I am 100% sure

Answered by cmfrahlich | 2024-06-24

Hernán Cortés conquered the Aztec Empire in the early 16th century, specifically capturing Tenochtitlán in 1521. He arrived in Mexico in 1519 and used alliances with local tribes, along with advanced weaponry, to defeat the Aztecs. Therefore, the correct answer is A. Aztec.
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Answered by Gibbs | 2024-10-18

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