Free Knowledge Culture Calendar/July 12
Today in 1562 Spanish Roman Catholic bishop Diego de Landa burns most of Mayan scripture to eliminate pagan rites. The Mayas had the most advanced writing system in Mesoamerica.
Today in 1562 Spanish Roman Catholic bishop Diego de Landa burns most of Mayan scripture to eliminate pagan rites. The Mayas had the most advanced writing system in Mesoamerica.
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