Nomads, Past and Present Mongol Nomadism, Mongol Identity, and the Fall of the Mongol Empire
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Jun 25, 2023 Nicholas Morton, an Associate Professor of History at Nottingham Trent University, discusses his research on Mongol nomadism and identity. He explores how nomadic life shaped the cultural traits of the Mongols and contributed to the empire's decline. Morton delves into the unification of diverse tribes under Genghis Khan, the strategic shifts in diplomacy during conquests, and the gradual conversion to various religions. He also examines the complex factors behind the Mongol Empire’s collapse, highlighting the interplay of local identities and governance challenges.
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Mongol Nomadism and Mobility
- Mongol nomadism and mobility involved large, mobile tent cities.
- These wagon cities facilitated logistics and cultural imposition during conquests.
Mongol Tent Cities and Empire Building
- Mongol tent cities facilitated empire building by enabling logistical flexibility and cultural imposition.
- Unlike traditional empires, Mongol cities moved with the population and resources.
Mongol Identity
- Mongol identity was complex and fluid, encompassing various tribes.
- Outsiders could be incorporated through conquest, marriage, or battlefield success, adopting Mongol customs.