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The Aztec Empire

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  • 1100

    Valley of Mexico Settlement

    Valley of Mexico Settlement
    Migrating tribes move into the Valley of Mexico and settle there.
  • Period: 1100 to 1521

    Aztec Timeline

    The Aztec civilization thrives in the Pre-Columbian Era.
  • 1345

    Founding of the Aztec Empire

    Founding of the Aztec Empire
    The Aztec Empire is established in modern-day Mexico City. The Aztec capital, Tenochtitlán, was entrenched on Lake Texcoco.
  • Period: 1345 to 1521

    Aztec Timeline

  • 1440

    Montezuma I Ruled

    Montezuma I Ruled
    Montezuma I reigned as the leader of the Aztec Empire.
  • 1487

    Templo Mayor Completed

    Templo Mayor Completed
    The "Great Temple" was completed in the Aztec capital, Tenochtitlán.
  • 1502

    Montezuma II Ruled

    Montezuma II Ruled
    Montezuma II was the last ruler of the Aztec Empire that led them into their collapse by the Spanish.
  • Aug 13, 1521

    The Fall of the Aztec Empire

    The Fall of the Aztec Empire
    The Aztec Empire collapsed due to the Spanish that was led by Hernan Cortés. Additionally, Tenochtitlán fell into the hands of the spanish forces. The Spanish took over the Aztecs and absorbed all of their advancements and achievements for their civilization.