The Aztec Military – Aztec Warrior Training, Aztec Weapons & Aztec Military Orders

Posted by Tony Dunnell Oct 30, 2009

The following articles provide a breakdown of the Aztec military including the training of Aztec youths, Aztec weapons, and the Aztec military societies.

Aztec Warrior Training

Aztec Warrior Training – Commoners & Nobles: Aztec warrior training from the telpochcalli schools (for commoners and lower nobility) and calmecac schools (for the sons of nobles and the social elite).

Aztec Military Orders and Social Advancement: Details the various Aztec military societies through which an Aztec warrior could progress. This includes the Aztec Eagle Warrior and Aztec Jaguar Warrior societies and the elite orders of the Otontin and Cuahchicqueh. Progress through these societies was both a question of birth and valor in battle, particularly the capture of enemies for Aztec ritual sacrifice.

Aztec Weapons

Aztec Weapons – Weaponry of the Aztec Warriors: Offensive Aztec weapons in both long-range and close combat categories. This includes the Aztec bow and arrow, Aztec slings, Aztec swords and Aztec clubs.

Aztec Weapons – Defensive Aztec Weaponry: Defensive Aztec weaponry including Aztec body armor, Aztec helmets and Aztec Shields.

Inca Weapons and Warriors: Compare the ancient weaponry of two of the greatest Latin American civilizations.

Aztec Warrior Tattoos Design Ideas & Background: If you are looking for ideas for Aztec warrior tattoos then look no further....