-
The Aztecs arrive in the valley of Mexico and settle near Lake Texcoco.
-
The Aztec Empire began to grow in 1345 when they settled in Tenochtitlan.
-
The Aztecs formed a triple alliance with other tribes in their area.
-
Montezuma becomes the ruler in 1502 and is the last great ruler of the Aztec empire before it declines.
-
In 1519, the Spanish arrived to try to take over the Aztec Empire. This started their decline and there were many battles.
-
The Aztec Empire was destroyed when the Spanish attacked the capital city.