Mongol Unification Of Eurasia

The Mongol Empire couldn’t have existed without the unity Chinggis Khan provided. The pastoralists began as simply distinct tribes, but with the help of Chinggis Khan they united under the goal of conquering the world. They first extracted their wealth from raiding, trading, and extorting other nations, but once they had to built a strong enough army they started their attacks. The Mongols advantage of horseback riding gave them the power needed to take down strong nations including China, Persia, and Russia. The Mongols led the unification of Eurasia creating an empire that’s success and domination had been unprecedented.The massive Mongol empire rose from the ashes of many distinct nations as they conquered these nations through their clever

But, it was this drive that led the Mongols to conquer so many lands. D1’s view on Ogedei demonstrates the Mongols need for more than they had. When Ogedei was bored and had extracted everything he could out of a camp he left, seeking better women entertainers and goods. He also sought for more in his political rule as he strived to bring peace, more good deeds among the populace, more advanced buildings and cities. As an official under Mongol rule, the author speaks highly of the emperor in case of retribution from higher officials and in hopes of getting in the good graces of Ogedei. D7 praises the Mongols continual fighting and conquering of opposing nations. Although the Mongols have conquered many they still want more and seemingly will never have enough power and land. The Mongols are also willing to do whatever it takes to bring down any surrounding nations, whether friends or foes. D7 written from the pope to the Great Khan was most likely written to express Rome’s admiration of the Mongols success, and the hope for an alliance with them. The Pope speaks highly of the Mongols in fear of of war against them and the destruction it could cause. D8 depicts the Mongols conquering a Rus city with many soldiers and few opponents. Large troops come marching into a Rus city with a look of determination plastered on their face. This demonstrates the significance in the wide spectrum of cities and empires they conquered. Because the painting was of a Rus city it shows how far the Mongols were able to expand and conquer. No matter the location, culture, religion, or language the Mongols could take down any opposing power. The Mongols fight for more also led them to untie Eurasia, more so than ever before. They brought the empires of China to Europe together which also helped establish a truly international economy. D1,7, and 8 show the Mongols resolution of gaining