Aztec civilization thriving in 16th century from "summary" of The Conquest of Mexico by William Hickling Prescott
The idea of the Aztec civilization flourishing well into the 16th century may seem contradictory to some, given the prevailing narrative of their defeat at the hands of Spanish conquistadors. However, a closer examination reveals a more nuanced picture of Aztec society during this time. Despite the arrival of the Spanish and their subsequent conquest of the Aztec Empire, it is important to note that the Aztec civilization was far from being obliterated. In fact, many aspects of Aztec culture and society continued to thrive long after the fall of Tenochtitlan. The Aztecs were able to adapt to the new political and social realities brought about by Spanish colonization. They maintained their own traditions and practices, albeit in a modified form, while also incorporating elements of Spanish culture into their own. One of the key facto...
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