Historical Events tagged with "mongols"

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Military & Warfare

Fall of Zhongdu to Genghis Khan

May 31st, 1215 809 years ago

Zhongdu, controlled by the Jurchen ruler Emperor Xuanzong of Jin, fell to the Mongol forces led by Genghis Khan. This significant military action marked the culmination of the Battle of Zhongdu, showcasing the Mongols' strength and strategic prowess. The conquest allowed the Mongols to establish control over northern China, significantly impacting the region's political landscape.

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