The spanish were trying to gain more land and riches which is why they started moving in on mexico in 1519. The spanish were welcomed into what is now known as Mexico City, by the leader at the time Montezuma ii. He had sent them gifts in advance upon hearing of their arrival, and offered them places to sleep when they arrived. When the spanish saw how many aztec there were compared to them they decided to attack. And in the process Montezuma ii was killed. Only after suffering major losses did the spaniards retreat. Later they came back again with the intent of conquering the city. They successfully conquered the city, because of all the people that were dying due to disease and lack of food and
