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1100
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
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
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1440
Montezuma I Ruled
Montezuma I reigned as the leader of the Aztec Empire. -
1487
Templo Mayor Completed
The "Great Temple" was completed in the Aztec capital, Tenochtitlán. -
1502
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 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.