What are some interesting facts about Aztec civilization?

Even their system of slavery was very detailed and not at all like what you would expect slavery to be. In short, while they may have been extremely psychopathic, there is much more to the Aztecs than first meets the eye. read more

In 1248 ACE a new people arrived into the valley of Mexico. Believed to have come from a region to the northwest of Mexico. These were the Mexica, for whom Mexico is now named. read more

In short, while they may have been extremely psychopathic, there is much more to the Aztecs than first meets the eye. Listed below are ten interesting facts about the Aztecs, many of which will challenge the popular ideas in regards to their history. read more

8,000 men were members of the Aztec army. When on the march, the line stretched some 15 miles long. 25% of all Aztecs died of smallpox, brought to the area by the Spanish. The disease had not been present in Mexico, so the Aztecs had no resistance. The last of the true Aztec emperors, Moctezuma II, died in 1520, having been humiliated by the Spanish. read more