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Rise : 1200 CE - Fall 1521 Aztec

Aztecs Rise of the Aztecs: Emerged around 1200 and thrived between 1400-1500s Religious beliefs important Theocracy Powerful army Empire of tribute states Civilization Rose Because: They had a united culture They were loyal to their emperor They added lands through military conquest, power, and used prisoners for religious sacrifice The adding of lands provided wealth

Aztecs Reasons for Decline: Many physical and human resources used for religious activities The need for prisoners changed warfare style to less deadly and less aggressive Tribute states became rebellious and needed to be controlled Spanish domination and European diseases; Defeat by the Spanish and their Native allies in 1521

Aztec - Society Social hierarchy Emperor Nobles: military leaders, gov’t officials, and priests Commoners Slaves Aztec - Society

Aztec - Political Empire of tribute states Aztecs took over neighboring areas…allowed local rulers to stay in power as long as they paid tribute Aztec - Political