How was the expedition of Hernan Cortes significant?

A. He established a settlement in Mexico.
B. He introduced horses to the Native Americans
C. He conquered the Aztecs and built a new city
D. He established farms in Corpus Chtisti​

Respuesta :

C. He conquered the Aztecs and built a new city

Explanation:

  • August 13, 1518 when the last Aztec emperor surrendered to Cortes. The city was conquered, but the destruction continued, and the foundations of a new city, Mexico, were formed on the ruins of that city.
  • King Charles V appointed Cortes as governor of the newly conquered territory.
  • He was also assigned four assistants who closely followed each Cortes movement.
  • Cortes initiated the construction of the city of Mexico by destroying the temples and other structures of the Aztecs and then erecting this city in the area.

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