"Medieval Spanish conqueror" crossword clue

Author: Mathew Cooper
Last Updated: 02 May 2023

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The medieval Spanish conqueror Crossword Clue NYT (March 30 2023) is referring to the famous explorer and conquistador, Hernán Cortés. He was a Spanish conquistador who led an expedition to the Aztec Empire in 1519, ultimately conquering it and claiming it for Spain. He is remembered for his boldness and ambition, as well as his brutality, which included the destruction of the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan. His legacy is still felt in modern-day Mexico and Latin America.

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