La Noche Triste: How Aztec Obsidian Defeated Spanish Guns

History Documentaries

This episode focuses on the Aztec Eagle Warriors, the elite shock troops of the formidable Aztec Empire. Discover their brutal training from infancy, their unique battle tactics focused on capturing enemies for human sacrifice, and their advanced obsidian weaponry. Witness their finest hour during “La Noche Triste,” when they handed Hernán Cortés and his Spanish conquistadors a devastating defeat. Explore the historical context, the clash of cultures, and the surprising reasons behind their ultimate demise.

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