Short Essay About The Aztecs

The history writers Diego Duran and Pedro de Cieza de Leon were of the conquering Spanish forces and outsiders to the Aztec and Inca societies they described, and this led them to view both societies as outsiders but they were both also in a position to view the Aztec and Inca Empires from within the cultures and thanks to that they both created more objective accounts than those of the Spanish conquerers.1 Similarly, Miguel Leon-Portilla was also an outsider but made the genuine effort to study the Aztec from “indigenous” records in a way that also led to a more objective look, than the Spaniards gave, at the Aztecs.2 All three “outsiders” went to lengths to learn about the cultures they were writing about, and their personal viewpoints were not central, they made the cultures central, and this is why these accounts are more like reports from the societies than the views of the Spanish.

The Aztecs were one of the last tribes to arrive in Mexico, in 1195 CE, when they arrived in the Valley of Mexico other tribes had taken the best land so the Aztecs were left with the swampy shores. They soon adapted and began to conquer their neighboring tribes. They continued to expand until they had their very own empire. The empire continued to thrive, until the Spanish arrived and had a fixed mind set on wanting the empires region of land.

This particular story is like a complementary to the note lectures about the Aztecs. Also, this lecture help to understand

The Incas and the Aztecs Before the Spanish and Portuguese "discovered" the New World, there

During the fifteenth century, two major state-based agrarian civilization, Aztec and Inca empires, played a huge role by making up the population of the Americas. With this being said, a lot of the Americas history lies within the boundaries of the empires. This history includes literary tradition, records about the civilizations culture, and observations of the Spanish who conquered them in the early sixteenth century. Document 12.1 concentrates on giving evidence through the eyes of two Spanish observers, both of whom at least tried to connect with the civilizations and record first hand records.

Mesoamerica was once a place filled with expanding, ruthless empires and civilizations, although none was like the Aztecs and their empire. Although they started off with a humble beginning, they quickly grew into a great civilization that dominated present day Central Mexico. They conquered and expanded into an empire stronger than the other neighboring empires. The heart of the Aztec empire, Tenochtitlan, was a grand capital filled with many people and astounding temples. The Aztecs were also ahead of their time with fully-functional government and irrigation systems. They continue to astound many historians with their diverse way of life. They impacted the way of life for many people today with their customs and ways of life. Throughout the years, the Aztecs were able to grow and prosper with their sufficient supply of agriculture and blessed fertile lands of the Mexican Valley, and demonstrated to be an important part of Mexican heritage. The Aztec civilization was truly one of Mesoamerica’s most influential empires because of their history, vibrant culture, and unique architecture.

     The Aztecs were an American Indian people who ruled a mighty empire in Mexico from the 1400's to the 1500's. The Aztecs had one of the most advanced civilizations in the Americas and built cities as large as any in Europe at that time. They also practiced a remarkable religion that affected every part of their lives and featured human sacrifice. The Aztecs built towering temples, created huge sculptures, and held impressive ceremonies all for the purpose of worshipping their gods. The Spaniards destroyed their magnificent empire in the year 1521, but the Aztecs left a lasting mark on Mexican life and culture .

The Aztecs were a ancient civilization who ruled an empire in the region of mesoamerica between 1325 A.D and 1521 . From their capital city of tenochtitlan, presently the site of modern - day Mexico City, the Aztecs had many achievements. Two things they were most know for is Agriculture and Human sacrifice, which was very unique. However, historians should emphasize the role of Human Sacrifice in Aztec culture."

In the book Daily Life of The Aztecs On the Eve of the Spanish Conquest by Jacques Soustelle you are walked through what life was like for the Aztecs. You are in 16th Century Mexico, or to them Mexico-Tenochtilan. Soustelle does an excellent job immediately putting you in character with the introduction of the book. The book is broken down into seven different main chapters detailing major aspects of the Aztecs lives in the late 1500’s. You learn about where they lived, to the wars they fought, and what life was like for them from birth to death. In this paper I will further discuss four topics that were very crucial in the daily lives of the Aztecs. I will help you find a better understanding in their daily life as well as the many changes they migrated through over time. The four topics I will be discussing are: 1. Culture and Customs of the Aztecs 2. Civilization vs Barbarism 3. Art and Architecture 4. Education and Home Life.

When the Spaniards under Hernan Cortez gazed upon the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlán in Mexico in 1519, the scene before them amazed them. There, in the middle of a wide lake was a shimmering city with bright white walls of vast buildings sitting on an island in the middle of a large lake with causeways linked to it. The astonishment of those first Spanish visitors soon turned to horror when they saw the vast scale of ritual sacrifices made by the Aztecs.

The Aztecs originated in northern Mexico. They were also known as Tenocha. Also, the name for them was Mexica. They migrated from the north. They were around in the 14th, 15th, and the 16th centuries. The Aztecs capital is still in New Mexico.Their bloodline in Native American. They were courageous and practiced builders. Their culture was nomadic. They found an empire the second in Peru. The most ancient culture was mythology and religion. Their allies were Texocans, Tocubans, and Tepanec. When the Spanish arrived they brought good helpful resources. Cortes and his men come to Tenochtitlan on November 1519. Also, invaders sent by Herman Cortes captured Tenochtitlan. Lastly, they think 240,000 dies in the city’s

During what is to be believed around 15,000 years ago, civilization was starting to develop around North and South America. One of the last societies to arise were the Aztecs. The Aztecs originated from groups of people that were migrating from a lake named, Aztlan, towards the valley of Mexico. They transformed from just a small group of explores into a successful empire during this time. Aztecs had a very unique culture, their religion influenced most of their life. Their religion was expressed through their rituals, everyday life, and art. Even before they settled down, the Aztecs depended on their Gods to guide them to choose the perfect location for them. That is an illustration of how much the trusted and respected their Gods.

Horticulture, as an industry, is divided on the basis of crop and plant use. Horticulture can be divided into two groups including edible plants and aesthetic plants which means those grown for their beauty. Floriculture is the cultivation and management of cut flowers, flowering plants, and foliage plants. When the horticulture or intensive agriculture performed by women, they are recognized as less important. However, historically women’s roles were equally if not more important than those of men. Women were given high respect and equality in horticulture ancient societies like Trobriand & Kapauku. Aggregate data shows that women comprise

An Incan or Aztecs day consists of raising their kids, getting market goods, tending crops on terraces, construction of temples and other buildings, also depending on what type of month it is there’s usually a religious activity involving human sacrifice. Aztecs everyday life was like in most modern day cultures the father works in able to sustain his family. Woman usually cleaned, cooked, weaved and cared for their children. Men educated their sons till the age of ten; from their they were sent to a school connected to a temple which taught them about religion and military skills, girls could also attend school but other than that they usually stayed home.

The Spaniards came ashore and got water some Aztec people came out and spoke to them in a kind manor asking them in signs if they were from the East and for the third time they responded, yes. The Aztec’s left being friendly and the Spaniards stayed ashore for it was getting dark. The Spaniards set up night watchers because they didn’t trust the Aztec’s through the night. As the night grew darker the Aztec army grew stronger. A band started to grow louder as it approached shore. As dawn rose they saw well over two hundred Aztec warriors ready for battle. The Aztec’s started to block the Spaniards in on all sides. Arrows started flying and the Captain, Hernandez, is wounded. The battle was long and many died. The Spaniards finally made it back to their ship and set sail back for Cuba. Once they returned to Cuba were Francisco Hernandez dies from battle wounds. The two prisoners talk with the Governor and explain to him that there is gold in their country. Since no gold was found Castillo becomes poor. After a few terrible explorations Castillo finally asks the Governor for money. Velazquez, Castillo’s relative, asks if he would return to the Aztec country. First, Castillo refuses because of the battles that Hernandez dealt with, which Velazquez responds, “such hardships are to be expected by those who set out to discover new lands and gain honour.” (Castillo) Castillo then agrees and marks the second