ANTHR 4268

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ANTHR 4268
Aztecs and Their Empire: Myth, History, and Politics

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Examines the structure and history of the largest polity in ancient Mexico, the "empire" of the Aztecs, using descriptions left by Spanish invaders, accounts written by Aztecs under Colonial rule, and archaeological evidence. Explores Aztec visions of the past, emphasizing the roles of myth, religion, and identity in Aztec statecraft and the construction of history.

When Offered Fall.

Breadth Requirement (GHB)
Distribution Category (HA-AS)

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  • 17788 ANTHR 4268   SEM 101

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