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#476 – Jack Weatherford: Genghis Khan and the Mongol Empire

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Bonds of Brotherhood

This chapter delves into the formative friendship of Jamukha and Temujin, contrasting their upbringings while they navigate early losses and create a lifelong commitment to each other. As they prepare for their first military campaign against the Merkit people, the narrative highlights the fierce loyalty and emotional ties that bind them amidst the challenges of their harsh environment.

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