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First major Mesoamerican civilization. Sites: San Lorenzo, La Venta.
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Empire centered in Tenochtitlan.
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Known for goldwork and codices. Strong kingdoms in Oaxaca.
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Capital at Tula. Famous for the Atlantean statues.
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Advanced writing, astronomy, and calendars. Cities: Tikal, Palenque, Copán.
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Center at Monte Albán. Early writing system.
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100–650 CE – Teotihuacán Largest ancient city in the Americas. Pyramids of the Sun and Moon.
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1492 – Discovery of America Columbus arrives in the Caribbean.
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Formation of New Spain. Spanish rule, Christianity, mining, and mestizaje.
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Cortés defeats the Aztec Empire.