Aztec Empire

The Formation of Tenochtitlan

Jan 1, 1345

The city named Tenochtitlan was formed which was the foundation of the Aztec Empire. It facilitated trade and united the Aztecs.

Death of Tenoch

Jan 1, 1370

The religious ruler of the Aztec Empire, Tenoch, died and in a few years, the first king of Tenochtitlan was announced.

The First King of Tenochtitlan

Jan 1, 1376

The first king of Tenochtitlan was announced. His name was Acamapichitli and reigned from 1376-1395 CE. He strengthened the Aztecs by expanding the empire through military campaigns.

War Against Tepaneca

Jan 1, 1427

Tepaneca was the dominant empire in central Mexico at the time. The Aztec Empire, with its strong military force, conquered Tepaneca which established the base of the empire

Triple Alliance

Jan 1, 1431

The Aztec Empire made an alliance between Mexica, Acolhua in Texcoc, and Tepaneca of Tlacopan. These cities later became the base of the empire where trade and communication flourished.

The Great Flood

Jan 1, 1452

Tenochtitlan was severely damaged by flooding which lead to damage in crops and other produce. Famine weakened the empire for years after the floods.

Great Temple

Jan 1, 1487

Located at the center of the Aztec Empire dedicated its resources to building what is known as the Great Temple where they could sacrifice people and other animals to the gods for religioius beliefs. The temple was builit upon an older temple which needed renovations.

Hernando Cortes Arrival

Nov 8, 1519

Hernando Cortes arrived in Tenochtitlan and allied with Tlaxcala, which were enemies of the Aztec Empire. The spanish forces fought the empire which weakened both parties involved.

Fall of Tenochtitlan

Aug 13, 1521

The current leader, Cuitahuac died from a smallpox epidemic. Cortes took advantage of this and defeated the Aztec Empire after they surrendered. He later rebuilt the city as Mexico City.