Member of a Mexican Indian people who established a great empire that was overthrown by Cortés in the early 16th century Crossword Clue

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Today is 9 November 2024 and we have the correct solution for the crossword clue "Member of a Mexican Indian people who established a great empire that was overthrown by Cortés in the early 16th century" listed below:

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Member of a Mexican Indian people who established a great empire that was overthrown by Cortés in the early 16th century" gives us a historical context and geographical reference to determine the answer. Here is why this clue corresponds to the answer "AZTEC":

• The mention of a "Mexican Indian people" indicates that the answer should relate to an indigenous group from Mexico.
• The phrase "established a great empire" points to a civilization that had a significant historical presence and power.
• Referring to being "overthrown by Cortés in the early 16th century" specifically links to the fall of the Aztec Empire at the hands of Hernán Cortés in the early 1500s.

Putting these elements together, the answer "AZTEC" perfectly fits the context of the clue by encompassing the Mexican origin, historic empire, and the specific event of conquest mentioned.

Definition of "AZTEC"

a member of the indigenous people dominant in Mexico before the Spanish conquest of the 16th century.

 The Crossword clue "Member of a Mexican Indian people who established a great empire that was overthrown by Cortés in the early 16th century" published 2 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
The Independents Jumbo General	9 November 2024	AZTEC