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Bookmark or Share- Mongol Empire - World History EncyclopediaThe Mongol Empire (1206-1368) was founded by Genghis Khan (r. 1206-1227), first Great Khan or 'universal ruler' of the Mongol peoples. Genghis forged the empire by uniting nomadic tribes of the Asian steppe and creating a devastatingly effective army with fast, light, and highly coordinated cavalry.
- Genghis Khan - Descendants, Empire & Facts | HISTORYMongol leader Genghis Khan (1162-1227) rose from humble beginnings to establish the largest land empire in history. After uniting the nomadic tribes of the Mongolian plateau, he conquered...
- Mongol Empire | Timeline | BritannicaTimeline of significant events related to the Mongol Empire, which became the largest contiguous land empire in world history. Founded by Genghis Khan and expanded by his descendants, the empire at its peak spanned from the Pacific Ocean in the east to the Danube River and the shores of the Persian Gulf in the west.
- Genghis Khan - World History EncyclopediaGenghis Khan (aka Chinggis Khan) was the founder of the Mongol Empire which he ruled from 1206 until his death in 1227. Born Temujin, he acquired the title of Genghis Khan, likely meaning 'universal ruler’, after unifying the Mongol tribes.
- Mongol empire | Time Period, Map, Location, & FactsThe Mongol empire was founded by Genghis Khan in 1206. It extended from the Pacific Ocean to the Danube River and the Persian Gulf. At its greatest extent, it covered some 9 million square miles of territory, making it the largest contiguous land empire in history. Learn more about the Mongol empire in this article.
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