MIA and Spanish-
Aztec- Conquered by Cortez which they believed to be their god Quetzalcoatl. conquered in the early 16th century. Religion: polytheistic, human offering or sacrifice very popular. Montezuma ll was the leader of the Aztec when this occurred. very unique agriculture. would use the volcanic rock called obsidian with their weaponry. their capital city was Tenochtitlan. number system based on twenties. Key buildings: templo Mayor, Saint Cecilia, Acatitlan.
Mayans- Tikal was their capital. their classic period was from mid 3rd century to very early 10th century. Religion: polytheistic and human sacrifices were common. their collapsed is still not known. Known for their calendar. Popol Vuh is their book of creation. Buildings: Great Ball Court, Temple of the Jaguars, Temple of the Magican, El Casrillo.
Ican- Cuzco is their capital. no real writing system. Quipo was used for both math and reading. Polytheistic religion, human sacrifice was uncommon. created a road system consisting of around 18k to 25k Miles. conquered by the PIZARRO and Spanish in the mid to late 16th century. massive civil war between brothers was occurring at this time. small pox was being spread. had less than 200 men.
Spanish Conquistadors- it is a Spanish term for the word conqueror. were soldiers, explorers, and adventurers at the service of the Spanish empire. were very holy people who would generally pray before going to battle. the most famous are Cortes and Pizarro, but we also look at Coronado. they were obsessed with matters of honor and reputation. Spanish soldiers had a reputation for rowdiness,and duels were not uncommon.
Cortes- born to a family pr lower nobility. his father was an infantry captain for Spanish army. he is 2nd cousin once removed with Pizarro. conquered the Aztec empire.
Pizarro- Spanish conquistador. conquered the Ican civilization. only had 168 men 27 horses and 1 cannon. got the defeated soldiers from the Incan civil was to fight for his side.
Reasons why for conquering the mesoamerican people- treasure. polytheistic- not a fan. Spanish inquisition ring a bell? Human sacrifice with not a well received. there slaves were important.
issues with splitting the treasure- the division of the treasures produced bloody conflicts such as the one between Pizarro and Almargro.the arrival of Pedro De Alvarado from Mexico in search of incan gold further complicated the situation for Almagro and Belalcazar. In 1546 he ordered the execution of Jorge Robledo, who governed a neighboring province in yet another land- related vendetta.
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