Details Aztec rulers and territories from "summary" of The Codex Mendoza: A facsimile reproduction of Codex Mendoza by Frances F. Berdan,Patricia Rieff Anawalt
The Codex Mendoza provides a comprehensive account of the Aztec rulers and the territories they governed. This valuable document offers detailed information about the various provinces under Aztec control, as well as the tribute they paid to the empire. The codex includes illustrations of the rulers, accompanied by hieroglyphic texts that describe their reigns and achievements. Through these depictions, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the political structure and territorial extent of the Aztec Empire. The codex begins by listing the rulers of Tenochtitlan, the capital city of the Aztec Empire. Each ruler is depicted in a unique pose, wearing distinctive regalia that symbolizes his authority. The accompanying texts p...
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