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Why did the people not name Mexico after the Maya?? Asked by Allenbourn Middle School. Chosen and answered by Dr. Mark Van Stone
Because the dominant culture in 1521, when the Spanish came, called themselves Mexica. The Maya were a forgotten backwater by comparison.
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• Image downloaded from Wikipedia (Flag of Mexico). Note: ‘While similar to the national flag that is used today, the eagle in these arms is not holding a serpent in his talons and a crown has been affixed to the head of the eagle to signify the Empire.’
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