How to Take Over the World
Genghis Khan (Part 2)
Oct 5, 2023
Delve into Genghis Khan's brilliant military strategies, including his surprising invasion of Bukhara that showcased his tactical superiority. Learn how he united the Mongol tribes and implemented a legal code to ensure peace. Explore his daring Western expansions and the socio-economic impact of his conquests. Witness the intense family rivalries during succession planning, leading to Ogedai's appointment as the great Khan. Finally, reflect on Genghis Khan's death and the enduring legacy that shaped global dynamics.
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- Genghis Khan's establishment of a single legal code promotes religious tolerance, learning, and loyalty through a hostage system.
- Genghis Khan's military strategies, including the 'feigned retreat' tactic and leveraging enemy divisions, lead to conquests, reshaping the political and cultural landscape.
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Establishing the Great Law
After uniting the Mongol tribes, Genghis Khan establishes a single legal code to govern the entire empire. The code promotes religious tolerance, encourages learning and exempts certain professions from taxation. It also orders the adoption of a writing system and establishes a vast hostage system to ensure loyalty.
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