Name the two Mesoamerican civilizations that were conquered and destroyed by the European country of Spain. Who was in charge of both forces when they happened? Why do you think the mesoamericans gave up so easily?

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Maximus Yu

4 May, 03:03

Name the two Mesoamerican civilizations that were conquered and destroyed by the European country of Spain. Who was in charge of both forces when they happened? Why do you think the mesoamericans gave up so easily?

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Susie Q · Answer 1

Great Art-Olemic Culture.

Sophisticated writing system

Three types of Calendar: for agriculture, large scale passage of time, and a calendar to indicate the time for rituals.

Harmans Cortens was in charge of the two forces, that pull down the Mesoamerican. Supported by Xicotencatl the younger,

They were inflicted with smallpox, (and starved) which they were not immune against. Hence, could not resist the Spanish army and the coalition forces.

The superior weapons (advanced technology) of the Spanish forces.

The support provided by the allies. All these were the contributing factors for the surrender.