1. The Fall Of The Aztec State: How The Aztecs Suffered And Spain Prevailed
... a large component to the success of the Spaniards. Due to the Reconquista in Spain, the Spaniards had established themselves well militaristically and were prepared as fighters. They also had an edge in their military due to the facts that they had more advanced weapons and supplies than the Aztecs. These mainly included cannons, pistols, horses, dogs, boats, and armor. The cannons ... the Aztecs, as they were described as large deer (horses) and huge dogs with yellow eyes that "sparked- (Leon-Portilla, 30-31). Of utmost importance to the Spaniards success and edge on the Aztecans were ...
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