Life
When and where he was born?
He was born in 1466 in Tenochtitlan
What was your greatest achievement?
His greatest achievement was his rise to power as Aztec emperor and the expansion of the empire.
Are there any movies, songs or books about him?
Yes, he appears in novels, textbooks, documentaries and some films about the conquest.
Was he a good cook, musician or amateur artist?
He was not a cook or an artist, but he did value music, dance and poetry.
What was happening in the world during his lifetime?
The Spanish were conquering new territories in America
How was his family?
He belonged to the Aztec nobility and his father was the emperor Axayacatl
How did his training influence his later achievements?
His military, religious and political education allowed him to become emperor.
How do they honor him today?
He is honored through monuments, museums, and festivals that celebrate Mexican culture.
How did he normally dress?
He dressed in luxurious clothes made of fine cotton and precious feathers, wore precious jewelry and a headdress of exotic feathers.
With what other important figures did he live?
He lived with Hernán Cortés and with indigenous leaders such as Cuitlahuac and the Tlaxcaltecas, enemies of the Mexica empire.
Was there an important event in his childhood that marked him?
One of the events that marked him the most were the wars against othertowns.
What did he invent, discover or create?
He didn't invent anything, but he did organize the empire and the religious structure very effectively.
Did he won any awards, medals or recognitions?
No awards or medals are recorded, but his status as a military leader was the highest distinction.
Did he eat something peculiar or have a favorite dish?
Yes, he ate turkey meat, fish, fruits, corn, liquid chocolate with spices and unusual animals.
What was happening in the Aztec empire?
The Aztec empire was going through a period of boom and expansion.
What personal difficulties or challenges did he face?
One of his challenges was to confront the conquistadors, especially Hernán Cortés.
What was his biggest professional obstacle?
His biggest obstacle was the arrival of the Spanish conquest that put an end to his reign.
At what age did he start to be recognized?
At the age of 40, he began to be recognized after the death of his predecessor.
Did he like any particular animal?
It is believed that he had a special liking for exotic birds and jaguars.
What social problems did he face during his time?
He faced internal tensions in the Mexica empire and rebellions of subjugated towns.
When and where did he die?
He died on June 29, 1520 in Tenochtitlán
What legacy did he leave in his field?
He left the legacy of being one of the last Aztec emperors and of having ruled at a crucial moment in the history of the empire.
Was him a controversial or respected person
He was respected by his people as Tlatoani, but his decisions regarding the Spanish caused division and criticism.
What a surprising thing almost no one knows about him?
He had a huge zoo, aquarium and botanical garden, he was also very clean, he bathed several times a day and used perfumes.
What was happening with the Mexica empire?
The Mexica empire was at its peak but was beginning to come to an end.