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The Aztec Empire

By lola.head
  • 1345

    Tenochtitlan Established as Capital

    Traditional date for the founding of the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan on Lake Texcoco.
  • Sun Stone Carved
    1427

    Sun Stone Carved

    The Sun Stone depicting the ages of the five suns of Aztec mythology is carved and set up at Tenochtitlan.
  • 1428

    Triple Alliance Formed

    The Triple Alliance is formed between Tenochtitlan, Texcoco and Tlacopan.
  • Period: 1440 to 1469

    Motecuhzoma Leads Empire

    Motecuhzoma I reigns as leader of the Aztec empire.
  • 20,000 Sacrificed
    1487

    20,000 Sacrificed

    The Templo Mayor is completed at Tenochtitlan and inaugurated with the sacrifice of 20,000 captives.
  • Fall of Aztec Empire
    Aug 13, 1531

    Fall of Aztec Empire

    The Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan falls into the hands of spanish forces led by Cortés.