Genghis Khan[a] (born Temüjin; c. 1162 – August 1227), also known as Chinggis Khan, [b] was the founder and first khan of the Mongol Empire. After spending most of his life uniting the …

Jan 1, 2026 · Genghis Khan (born 1162, near Lake Baikal, Mongolia—died August 18, 1227) was a Mongolian warrior-ruler, one of the most famous conquerors of history, who consolidated …

Sep 16, 2019 · Genghis Khan (aka Chinggis Khan) was the founder of the Mongol Empire which he ruled from 1206 until his death in 1227. Born Temujin, he acquired the title of Genghis …

Nov 9, 2009 · Mongol leader Genghis Khan (1162-1227) rose from humble beginnings to establish the largest land empire in history.

Aug 16, 2024 · The Mongol Empire, though eventually divided, remained a significant force in world history, and Genghis Khan’s name became synonymous with power, conquest, and …

GENGHIS, JENGHIS, or ZINGIS KHAN, jĕn′gĭs ᴋän (1162–1227). A celebrated conqueror, originally known as Temujin, the title Genghis Khan merely signifying Great Khan or Ruler. He …

Genghis Khan was the first leader, or Khan, of the Mongol Empire, from 1206 CE–1227 CE. Genghis Khan generally advocated literacy, religious freedom, and trade, although many local …

Feb 24, 2025 · Genghis Khan’s brutality was demonstrated through his systematic approach to conquest and domination in the 13th century. During his creation of the Mongol Empire, he …

The empire's Turkic name, kür uluγ ulus, in the letter from Güyük Khan to Pope Innocent IV The Mongol Empire is also referred to as the "Mongolian Empire" or the "Mongol World Empire" in …

Jan 29, 2025 · Genghis Khan's life and achievements represent a paradoxical legacy that continues to evoke both awe and controversy. On the one hand, he was a conqueror of …