Cortes establishes Spanish colony in Mexico from "summary" of The Conquest of Mexico by William Hickling Prescott
Hernando Cortes, a Spanish conquistador, embarked on a daring expedition to the New World in the early 16th century. His goal was to explore and conquer the vast territories of Mexico, which were inhabited by indigenous peoples such as the Aztecs. Cortes and his men faced numerous challenges and obstacles as they made their way through the unknown lands of Mexico. Upon reaching the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan, Cortes encountered the powerful Emperor Montezuma and his people. Despite initial tensions, Cortes managed to establish a tenuous alliance with the Aztec ruler, allowing him to gain a foothold in the region. However, conflicts soon arose between the Spanish conquistadors and the Aztec warriors, leading to violent confrontations and battles. Despite facing fierce resistance from the Aztecs, Cortes and his men managed to defeat the indigenous warriors and conquer Tenochtitlan. With the fall of the Aztec capital, Cortes declared the establishment of a Spanish colony in Mexico, marking the beginning of Spanish dominance in the region. The conque...
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