Hernando Cortez: The Conqueror of Mexico

By John Abbott

Hernando Cortez was a Spanish conquistador who led an expedition that conquered the Aztec Empire in Mexico. He was born in Medellin, Spain, in 1485. He was the son of a minor nobleman, and he received a good education. He studied law and philosophy at the University of Salamanca.

In 1504, Cortez went to the New World. He served in the Spanish army in Cuba. In 1519, he led an expedition to Mexico. He landed on the coast of Mexico with a force of 500 men. He marched inland and quickly conquered the Aztec capital, Tenochtitlan.

Hernando Cortez (with Illustrations)

by John S.C. Abbott

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Cortez's conquest of Mexico was a major turning point in the history of the New World. It led to the establishment of a Spanish colony in Mexico. It also marked the beginning of the end of the Aztec Empire.

Cortez was a ruthless and ambitious man. He was also a brilliant military leader. He was able to defeat the Aztecs, who were a much larger and more powerful force than his own. Cortez's conquest of Mexico is one of the most important events in the history of the Americas.

This book tells the story of Cortez's life and his conquest of Mexico. It is illustrated with beautiful drawings by John Abbott. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Americas.

Table of Contents

• Chapter 1: The Early Life of Hernando Cortez
• Chapter 2: Cortez's Expedition to Mexico
• Chapter 3: The Conquest of Tenochtitlan
• Chapter 4: The Aftermath of the Conquest

About the Author

John Abbott was an American artist and author. He was born in Maine in 1805. He studied art in Boston and Europe. He traveled extensively throughout the world. He wrote and illustrated several books about his travels.

Abbott's book about Hernando Cortez is a classic work of history. It is a well-written and engaging account of one of the most important events in the history of the Americas.

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Hernando Cortez (with Illustrations)

by John S.C. Abbott

4.2 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	4232 KB
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Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	308 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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