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The Spanish Invasion of Mexico 1519–1521

By Charles M. Robinson III
Series: Essential Histories
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The Spanish Invasion of Mexico 1519–1521 by Charles M. Robinson III dives into the dramatic and complex events surrounding the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire. The narrative details the encounters between Hernán Cortés and the Aztec civilisation, focusing on the military strategies, pivotal battles, and cultural exchanges that shaped the outcome. The book provides a thorough exploration of this significant period in history, examining both the Spanish and Aztec perspectives.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the profound and tumultuous encounters that reshaped world history, showcasing the dramatic clash between the Spanish forces and the Aztec Empire. It offers a detailed exploration of the strategies, conflicts, and key figures from both sides of the historic encounter.

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The Spanish Invasion of Mexico 1519–1521

Concisely expressed, this is an introductory guide to the invasion and war between civilizations, pitting the rich culture of the Aztecs against soldiers fighting for riches.

Concisely expressed, this is an introductory guide to the invasion and war between civilizations, pitting the rich culture of the Aztecs against soldiers fighting for riches.

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The Spanish conquest of Mexico was one of the most difficult military expeditions in history, and in achieving it, Hernan Cortes proved himself as one of the ablest European generals of all time.

The Spanish Invasion of Mexico 1519–1521 explains the background of the Aztec Empire and the arrival and presence of the conquistadores in Mexico. It describes the lives of the Aztecs in their glittering capital and the Europeans' attempts to survive in an unknown and often hostile environment.

Concisely expressed, this book is an introductory guide to the invasion and war between civilizations, pitting the rich culture of the Aztecs against soldiers fighting for riches.

Series: Essential Histories

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781841765631

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 April 2004

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Osprey Publishing

Illustration: 20 b/w; 26 col

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 7.0mm

Width: 170.0mm

Height: 248.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 96

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American & Canadian History Charles M. Robinson III Education & Reference History & Military Non-Fiction Series: Essential Histories

About the Author

Charles M Robinson III, a native of Texas, is a history instructor at South Texas Community College and the author of twelve books, primarily on the American West. His most recent book, ‘General Crook and the American Frontier’, was released by the University of Oklahoma Press in October 2002. His book, ‘Bad Hand: A Biography of General Ranald S Mackenzie’, won the Texas State Historical Commission's prestigious T. R. Fehrenback Award, and was honored by a resolution from the Texas House of Representatives.

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