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Explore the voyage of Hernando Cortes from Spain to Mexico and the Caribbean with this interactive map. Learn about the places, events and people he encountered along the way.
Map of the Route of Hernan Cortes - The Aztec Empire was a dominant society in Central Mexico that developed on the shores of Lake Texcoco. The Aztec established their main city, Tenochtitlan, in 1325 CE and quickly spread throughout the rest of the regi.
A map depicting Cortés's invasion route from the coast to the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan. In 1518, Velázquez put Cortés in command of an expedition to explore and secure the interior of Mexico for colonization. At the last minute, due to the old argument between the two, Velázquez changed his mind and revoked Cortés's charter.
Historical Map of North America & the Caribbean (22 April 1519 - Cortés’ expedition to Mexico: In 1518 and 1519 the Spanish colonies of Cuba and Santiago (Jamaica) sent expeditions to explore the Gulf of Mexico, establishing its extent and discovering the Aztec Empire.
Nov 9, 2009 · Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés (c. 1485-1547) is best known for conquering the Aztecs and claiming Mexico on behalf of Spain. Cortés (full name Don Hernán Cortés de Monroy y Pizarro Altamirano,...
Learn about the Spanish conquistador who conquered the Aztec Empire and built Mexico City in the 16th century. Explore his biography, voyages, and legacy with maps, images, and sources.
