Among the principal captains in the expeditions both of Grijalva and cortez was Don Francisco Montejo, a gentleman of Seville.
"Incidents of Travel in Yucatan, Vol. I."
John L. Stephens
After the arrival of cortez in Mexico, and while he was prosecuting his conquests in the interior, twice it was considered necessary to send commissioners to Spain, and on both occasions Don Francisco Montejo was nominated, the first time with one other, and the last time alone.
"Incidents of Travel in Yucatan, Vol. I."
John L. Stephens
Unluckily, as Tobasco belonged to his government, and the Indians of that province, who had been subdued by cortez, had revolted, he considered it advisable first to reduce them.
"Incidents of Travel in Yucatan, Vol. I."
John L. Stephens