What is another word for Hernando Cortes?
Pronunciation: [hɜːnˈandə͡ʊ kˈɔːts] (IPA) 
Hernando Cortes was a 16th-century Spanish conquistador who famously conquered the Aztec empire in what is now Mexico. Synonyms for his name include "Hernán Cortes," "Cortez," and "Cortes de Monroy y Pizarro." Some historians also refer to him as the "Conqueror of Mexico" or "Conquistador of Mexico." While celebrated by many in Spain and the western world for his success in the Americas, others see him as a symbol of colonialism and imperialism. Regardless of one's perspective, there is no denying that Cortes played a pivotal role in the history of Mexico and the Americas.
