
#476 – Jack Weatherford: Genghis Khan and the Mongol Empire
Lex Fridman Podcast
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Mastering the Mongol Military
This chapter explores the exceptional military strategies and riding skills of the Mongols under Genghis Khan, focusing on their unique approaches to warfare including mounted archery and maneuver tactics. It highlights how Genghis Khan organized a comparatively small army to achieve monumental successes through adaptability, strategic acumen, and rigorous training. The discussion also sheds light on the psychological warfare employed by the Mongols, combining fear tactics with offers of peace to maintain control over conquered cities.
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