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How Did The Society Contribute To The Aztec Conquest

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The nature of Aztec society contributed to its conquest by Cortés by them believing he was a god. The Aztecs were very friendly and displayed great hospitality to Cortés and his men. They did this because the Aztecs believed that the Spaniards were gods so when Cortés arrived, they viewed him as a god. Cortés was able to persuade the Aztecs to get them on his side. He presented European weapons and technology to them and they accepted it with excitement. Cortés helped the Aztecs fight off the enemies, that’s why the Aztecs were very appreciative of him. Being appreciative of him, gave Cortés power to take over. The Aztecs could have resisted differently. They could’ve not being so easy and always kept their guard up. Also, I think they should’ve
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