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Genghis Khan and the Mongols

Genghis Khan and the Mongols. Who were the Mongols?. From Mongolia (northern Asia) First leader to unite them- Genghis Khan Pastoralists- herders Lived in family groups called clans Clans were determined by common ancestors. Genghis Khan.

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Genghis Khan and the Mongols

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  1. Genghis Khan and the Mongols

  2. Who were the Mongols? • From Mongolia (northern Asia) • First leader to unite them- Genghis Khan • Pastoralists- herders • Lived in family groups called clans • Clans were determined by common ancestors

  3. Genghis Khan • Expanded Mongol rule and conquered many territories, including Russia, Korea, and Afghanistan • Allowed for easier, safer travel from coast to coast • After his death, the Mongol Empire became even greater under the leadership of his son, Ogadai

  4. Mongol Peace • Period of stability and law in the Mongol Empire • Allowed for greater trade and communication • Revived trade along the Silk Roads

  5. Kublai Khan • Genghis Khan’s grandson • Known as the Great Khan • Divided empire into 4 khanates • Capital in modern-day Beijing • Conquered China; failed to conquer Japan • First time China is united in 300 years • Set up Mongols to rule China- thought they had no loyalty to the Chinese people • Tolerant of Chinese culture • People resist through literature

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