Christopher Columbus reached the Americas in 1492, dooming the fate of native inhabitants. The siege of Tenochtitlan marked the end of one of the mightiest American civilizations- the Aztec Empire. This was the name of the conquistador that defeated the Aztecs.
- Francisco Pizarro
- Pedro de Alvarado
- Hernan Cortes
- Panfilo de Narvaez
Answer
The correct answer is C) Hernan Cortes.
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