In 1519, Spanish explorer and Conquistador Hernan Cortez landed on the shores of eastern Mexico with 11 ships and over 500 soldiers. Upon arriving at the temple at Tenochtitlán, they witnessed a horrifying ritual—setting in motion a series of events that altered world history forever. Join host Colin D. Heaton as we delve into the lasting controversies surrounding Cortez, Spain, and the Catholic Church in this episode brought to you by 10th Legion Pictures.

1519: Hernan Cortez lands in eastern Mexico with 11 ships and over 500 soldiers.
1519: Arrival at the temple at Tenochtitlán and witnessing of Aztec rituals.

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