Mongol Expansion

  • 1185

    Leader of his Mongol Tribe.

    In 1185, Temujin became the leader of his tribe at the age of 18.
  • 1206

    Genghis Khan becomes the Mongol Ruler.

    The beginning of the Mongol Empire:
    Temujin - now Genghis Khan becomes the ruler of all the Mongol Tribes.
  • 1215

    Mongols invade Beijing

    In 1215, the Mongol troops invaded what is now Beijing.
  • 1218

    Capture of the Khwarezm Empire.

    The Khwarezm Empire in Central Asia was captured by the Mongol forces in 1218.
  • Aug 18, 1227

    The Death of the Mighty One

    Genghis Khan has died on the 18th of August 1227.
  • 1229

    A new Mighty One

    Genghis Khan's son takes over the role of Great Khan. His name is Ogodei.