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Or Mexica

The Aztecs

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Or Mexica

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Collectively they are a group of people that speak Nhuatl

Settled in the Valley of Mexico after wandering the north of Mexico

Created what is know as the Triple Alliances which united the three city states into one cohesive political and Military Empire

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War and Conquest for tribute was a major part of their way of Life

Constant warfare created a warrior class like no other

Centralized government with little garrisons

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The Landing of Hernan Cortez and Quetzalquatle connection

Aztec believe that Cortez is a God and Offer Him Gold Goading the Spanish

The Spanish Align themselves with Rival Tribes to Conquer the Aztecs

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Nobles Such as Isabel Moctezuma Survived and her Ancestors are Aztec Royalty

Many Aztec Codex were destroyed but are latter saved to tell the tale of the Aztecs

Many Aztec Traditions and Customs Survive to This day Notably Day of the Dead