Which people of the Tlaxcala region became the main allies of Cortes in the war against Tenochtitlan?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. The Tlaxcalans
- Step 1: The Tlaxcalans fought Cortes first, then made peace in 1519. Step 2. Their thousands of warriors helped him besiege the island city. Answer: The Tlaxcalans. Why not the others: Totonacs joined earlier but only the Tlaxcalans provided the decisive force; Maya and Purepecha were not involved.
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