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Moctezuma II, the Last Great Tlatoani
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What happened
Motecuhzoma II (Montezuma) became ruler in 1502, inheriting an empire at its zenith. A proud and pious sovereign who further exalted the monarchy, he would be the last Aztec emperor to rule a free Tenochtitlan.
Why it matters
Moctezuma II's reign began in glory and ended in catastrophe — his empire, seemingly invincible, was destroyed within two years of the Spaniards' arrival.
Sources
- World History Encyclopedia. Montezuma · Reputable source