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Kublai Khan: life of the week

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May 6, 2024
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Nicholas Morton
Historian Nicholas Morton discusses Kublai Khan's reign, blending Mongol and Chinese influences, military campaigns, cultural exchanges, technological advancements, and the decline of the Mongol Empire. Learn about the remarkable life of this powerful leader who changed the course of history.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
Exploring Kublai Khan's Formative Years and Influences
02:53 • 3min
3
Kublai Khan: The Rise and Challenges of a Mongol Ruler
05:25 • 20min
4
Exploring Cross-Continental Travel and Cultural Exchange in the Mongol Era
25:47 • 3min
5
Technological Exchange, Conquest, and Cultural Shifts in the Mongol Empire
28:28 • 3min
6
The Decline of the Mongol Empire and Kublai Khan's Legacy
31:00 • 3min