Note XIII‑1 — Chapter XIII · THE CONQUEST OF CHIAPAS. 1520-1529.
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Originally written Giapa, as appears from several original cédulas and other documents bearing dates as late as 1579. Guat., Col. de Cédulas Reales, passim. The meaning of the word is differently explained, Chiapan signifying 'locality of the chia' (oil-seed), also 'sweet water.' Native Races, ii. 126. According to Mazariegos it is derived from 'Tepetchia,' 'Battle hill,' the name of the stronghold where the Chiapanecs fortified themselves against the Mexicans. Mem. Chiapa, 12.