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2 days ago · The Golden Horde, self-designated as Ulug Ulus (lit. 'Great State' in Kipchak Turkic), was originally a Mongol and later Turkicized khanate established in the 13th century and originating as the northwestern sector of the Mongol Empire. With the division of the Mongol Empire after 1259, it
3 days ago · The Mongol Empire set its sights on Japanese shores during the 13th century. These fearsome warriors stood ready to defend their homeland against one of history’s most formidable forces. Mongol Ambitions Clashing with Samurai Honor. Kublai Khan, the grand emperor of the Mongol Empire, had a vision that extended far beyond mainland Asia.
3 days ago · Xinjiang was a stronghold of Ögedei Khan and later came under the control of his descendant, Kaidu. This branch of the Mongol family kept the Yuan dynasty at bay until their rule ended. During the Mongol Empire era the Yuan dynasty vied with the Chagatai Khanate for rule of the region and the
3 days ago · Timur envisioned the restoration of the Mongol Empire and according to Gérard Chaliand, saw himself as Genghis Khan's heir. To legitimize his conquests, Timur relied on Islamic symbols and language, referring to himself as the "Sword of Islam". He was a patron of educational and religious institutions.
