Scenarios about 'Aztec Empire'
The Aztec Empire was a Mesoamerican state that ruled much of central Mexico from 1428 until its fall to Spanish conquistadors in 1521. At its height, this Triple Alliance of Tenochtitlan, Texcoco, and Tlacopan controlled a vast territory through military conquest, tribute collection, and political alliances, developing sophisticated systems of agriculture, education, and urban planning. The empire's alternate historical trajectories often explore scenarios where Aztec civilization resisted European colonization or evolved into a modern nation-state with its distinct cultural and technological traditions.
What If Native American Civilizations Repelled European Colonization?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Indigenous peoples of the Americas successfully resisted European conquest, preserving their sovereignty and fundamentally altering the course of global history.
What If The Americas Were Never Colonized by Europeans?
Exploring the alternate timeline where European powers failed to establish colonial dominance in the Americas, allowing indigenous civilizations to maintain sovereignty and develop independently.
What If The Aztec Empire Defeated The Spanish?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the Aztec Empire successfully repelled Hernán Cortés and his conquistadors, preserving Mesoamerican civilization and dramatically altering the course of world history.