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Last days of Cuauhtemoc

By 1525, Cuauhtémoc had become an auxiliary soldier under Cortés, and was serving with the Spaniard’s army as it pushed into Honduras. Despite his ability, Cortés was convinced by an Indian that Cuauhtémoc was a traitor who was plotting against him. Cortés instigated a treason trial for the Aztec, and he was found guilty and sentenced to die by hanging.

Bernal Diaz de Castillo was among a number who believed that he had been unfairly condemned. Nevertheless, Cuauhtémoc was indeed executed later in 1525. In his last speech, he told Cortés that he had known all along that he had been destined for such a fate, thanks to the “false promises” that Cortés had made.

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Who was Cuauhtémoc ?

Cuauhtemoc was the last Aztec Emperor who ruled from 1520 to 1521.He was born to Ahuitzotl and Tlilancapatl, and was the cousin of late Emperor Moctezuma II. Cuauhtemoc was distinguished for his aggressiveness and determination since an early age. His name itself means ‘a person who has descended like an eagle. Cuauhtemoc ascended the throne when he was merely 25 years old. There were only a few Aztec captains who were eligible for the position. Cuauhtemoc was voted as the most able candidate by the high noblemen. Through his ruling as Emperor, Cuauhtémoc defended the city through a four-month siege.