Hulagu Khan
Mongol ruler and military commander
Born
1217
808 years ago
Died
February 8th, 1265
760 years ago — 48 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Mongolia
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A grandson of Genghis Khan, commanded Mongol forces during the 13th century. Led the successful siege of Baghdad in 1258, marking the end of the Islamic Golden Age. Established the Ilkhanate in Persia, contributing to the Mongol rule over the region and promoting trade and culture.
Conquered Baghdad in 1258
Founded the Ilkhanate dynasty
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