Bernardino de Shagún
Bernardino de Shagún was a Spanish Franciscan missionary and ethnographer known for his extensive writings on the culture and history of the Aztec civilization. Arriving in Mexico shortly after the Spanish conquest, he dedicated his life to documenting the traditions, language, and beliefs of the indigenous people. His most famous work, 'Historia general de las cosas de Nueva España,' serves as a crucial primary source for understanding pre-Columbian and colonial Mexico, capturing the profound impact of European colonization on native societies.
Born on Jan 01, 1499 (526 years old)
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Bernardino de Shagún wrote about the devastation in Mexico during the colonial period.
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