Genghis Khan’s legacy extended beyond conquest.
Unification of the Mongol Tribes: He established a stable political entity from nomadic tribes.
Legal and Administrative Systems: The Yassa code and meritocratic governance provided stability.
Cultural E
Genghis Khan’s brutality was often calculated rather than indiscriminate.
Massacres and Destruction: Cities that resisted were often razed, and inhabitants slaughtered to deter others.
Use of Fear: Tales of Mongol cruelty spread rapidly, encouraging enemies to surrend
Genghis Khan’s military tactics were revolutionary for his time and remain studied today for their effectiveness.
Superior Mobility: The Mongol cavalry was unmatched in speed and endurance. Genghis Khan’s forces could cover vast distances rapidly, striking unexpectedly.
Introduction
Genghis Khan, born as Temujin around 1162, is one of history’s most enigmatic and formidable figures. Founder and Great Khan of the Mongol Empire, Genghis Khan transformed a fragmented collection of nomadic tribes into the largest contiguous empire the world had ever seen. His