Consequences of conquest felt for centuries from "summary" of The Conquest of Mexico by William Hickling Prescott
The impact of the conquest of Mexico by the Spanish conquistadors in the 16th century reverberated throughout the region for generations to come. The consequences of this conquest were profound and far-reaching, shaping the social, political, and cultural landscape of Mexico for centuries. One of the most significant consequences of the conquest was the decimation of the indigenous population. The arrival of the Spanish brought with it diseases such as smallpox, which ravaged the native peoples who had no immunity to these illnesses. The population of Mexico plummeted, leading to a dramatic shift in the demographics of the region. Furthermore, the conquest of Mexico led to the imposition of Spanish colonial rule and the subjugation of the indigenous peoples. The Spanish imposed their language, religion, and customs on the native population, erasing muc...
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