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MEXICO: SPANISH BATTLESHIP. A Spanish ship in a battle against the Aztecs
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MEXICO: SPANISH BATTLESHIP. A Spanish ship in a battle against the Aztecs
MEXICO: SPANISH BATTLESHIP.
A Spanish ship in a battle against the Aztecs. Below them are a group of Aztecs in canoes. Drawing from the Codex Florentino, c1540, a treatise compiled by Bernardino de Sahagun (1499-1590) on the Aztecs and the Spanish conquest of Mexico
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1540 Aztec Battle Battleship Bernardino Bradley Smith Canoe Codex Codex Florentino Conquistador Dead Latin America Latin American Mesoamerica Mesoamerican Mexican Mexico Native Native American Naval Rifle Sahagun Ship Shooting Spanish Spanish Conquest Warfare Troop
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This print titled "MEXICO: SPANISH BATTLESHIP" takes us back in time to a significant moment in history. The image showcases a Spanish battleship engaged in a fierce battle against the Aztecs, as depicted in the Codex Florentino from 1540. The scene unfolds with the imposing Spanish ship dominating the foreground, its cannons firing relentlessly at unseen enemies. Above them, dark clouds loom ominously, symbolizing the intensity of this clash between two worlds. Below, a group of Aztecs can be seen valiantly fighting back from their canoes, determined to defend their land. This artwork is not just an ordinary illustration; it represents an era of conquest and conflict that forever changed Mexico's destiny. It serves as a reminder of Bernardino de Sahagun's monumental treatise on the Aztecs and their encounter with Spanish conquistadors. Through this photograph, we catch glimpses of bravery and sacrifice on both sides – native warriors defending their homeland against foreign invaders armed with rifles and superior naval power. As we gaze upon this historical snapshot frozen in time, we are transported to an era where cultures collided amidst violence and turmoil. It invites us to reflect on the complex legacy left behind by these events that shaped Latin America's past while acknowledging the profound impact they continue to have today.
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