The guns were used to defend against pirates demanding tribute for the local chief, or potentate.

In the 15th century, Aztec armies defeated them, then demanding tribute.

The Mongols demanded tribute, in 1271 and again in 1273.

He demands tribute from railroad magnates and other captains of industry.

The church must be a focal point for unity, a place where people could come together and share their faith, not a baron demanding tribute.

One of the farmers has complained that your men have demanded tribute for the protection offered.

You came to my father's farm demanding tribute.

In later centuries they returned more as conquerors demanding tribute.

Creating a legend, demanding international tribute in his name.

They demanded regular tribute from their neighbours and attacked them if the payment was refused.