Why is the Mongol Empire significant?

The Mongols very nearly captured and destroyed all of the known world when they were at their peak belligerence. read more

No empire has had such a lasting effect upon the western world as the Mongols. To this day, groups in teh Middle East still discuss the Mongols. The destruction of Baghdad was an especially hard blow to Islam. read more

At his death, Genghis’ empire passed on to his heirs. Kublai Khan, the ruler during the time of Marco Polo’s journey, was the grandson of the great Genghis. Genghis Khan spearheaded the unification of the tribes and laid the foundation for explorers from the West to reach the fabled lands of Cathay. read more