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Mongol Empire
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Genghis Khan | The founder and first ruler of the Mongol Empire |
| Mongol | Empire A vast empire created by Genghis Khan that stretched from East Asia to Europe and became the largest empire of its time |
| Temujin | The birth name of Genghis Khan before he became ruler of the Mongols |
| Nomadic | A way of life in which people move from place to place instead of living in one permanent location |
| Tribe | A group of people connected by family ties |
| Alliance | An agreement between groups or tribes to support one another |
| Kuriltai | A meeting of Mongolian tribal leaders where important decisions were made |
| Universal Ruler | The meaning of the title “Genghis Khan |
| Military Tactician | A person skilled at planning and carrying out strategies during battles or wars |
| Spy Network | A system of people who secretly gather information to help a leader plan attacks or make decisions |
| Conquest | The act of taking control of land or people through military force |
| Pax Mongolica | A period of peace and stability across the Mongol Empire that allowed trade and travel to increase |
| Succession | The process of choosing the next leader after a ruler dies |