Pipiltin

Definition

The Aztec nobility, who held land and dominated important positions in government, the military, the courts and the priesthood.

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Paper 3

The nobility, or pipiltin, dominated important positions in administration, the military, the courts and the priesthood. Their role was not just to enjoy wealth: they governed, commanded forces, judged disputes and directed major institutions. High-ranking nobles served as city and regional governors.
Revise: Land, tribute and elites

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GCSE History · key term

The Aztec nobility, who held land and dominated important positions in government, the military, the courts and the priesthood.

Used by OCR

Paper 3

The nobility, or pipiltin, dominated important positions in administration, the military, the courts and the priesthood. Their role was not just to enjoy wealth: they governed, commanded forces, judged disputes and directed major institutions. High-ranking nobles served as city and regional governors.
Revise: Land, tribute and elites

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