The Spanish were able to conquer large American empires despite small numbers due to
- A
Pure military genius and superior generalship of Spanish commanders
- B
Naval dominance enabling continuous reinforcement from Iberian ports
- C
Numerical superiority over poorly organized Indigenous defenders
- Dcheck_circle
Disease, indigenous allies, superior weaponry, and political divisions among natives
Explanation
A combination of factors — especially smallpox and the willingness of indigenous groups (like the Tlaxcalans) to ally against the Aztecs.