The Tlaxcala were a powerful rival to the Aztecs and crucial in Cortes defeating Montezuma. What was their fate after the conquest? Were they treated well by the Spanish? I know there is a state in Mexico today by their name.
What happened to the Tlaxcalans? written by u/Jolex41 and Why did the Tlaxcalans allow Cortes to remain in Tenochtitlan/Mexico? written by u/400-rabbits may be of interest.
Additionally, Why did the "Spanish" conquest of Mexico end up that way... written by u/drylaw which tackles a related idea might be good for further reading