Bonus Ep. 13 – The Emperors: Cuitlahuac, Cuauhtemoc, Tlacotzin, Motelchiuh

In this follow-up episode we explore the rulers of Tenochtitlan, or the tlatoque. From the first tlatoani, Acamapichtli, to the final traditional tlatoani, Cuauhtémoc, we’ll explore all the “Aztec rulers.” 

In this episode we explore the final leaders who oversaw the Fall of Tenochtitlan. As Moctezuma II is held captive in his final days, a new leader Cuitlahuac rises to fight for his people. 

Part 1 – Cuitlahuac, the 10th ruler of Tenochtitlan.

Part 2 – Cuauhtémoc, the 11th ruler of Tenochtitlan.

Part 3 – Tlacotzin, the 12th ruler of Tenochtitlan.

Part 4 – Motelchiuh, 13th ruler (cuauhtlatoani) of Tenochtitlan.

Part 5 – Xochiquentzin, Huanitizin, Teuetzquiti and the end of indigenous leaders.