The 10 Most Important Accomplishments Of Genghis Khan

10 Most Important Accomplishments Of Genghis Khan

Period: Sep 4, 1152 to Aug 18, 1227

Genghis Khan is Born

Sep 4, 1155

In around the fall of 1155, Genghis Khan, or Temujin at the time, was born. He was born in Mongolia to Mongol parents. Genghis' father was a righ ranking leader of the clan, and his mother helped the group. This is important because Genghis Khan would grow up to become one of the most gruesome, and dominant khans ever.(biography.com)

Genghis is captured

Mar 15, 1182

In the Spring off 1182, Genghis was captured and held prisoner by his fathers former allies, the Tayichi'ud. Genghis was forced to intensive labor during this time and aided the group. This was important because it sparked his want for revenge.(biography.com)

Massacre Of Jews At Coronation Of Richard I

Feb 14, 1189

in 1189 A.D, There had been an incident of violent anti-semetism towards Jews. During the time of Richard I's coronation, he had been abusive towards them as they came to him to offer him presents for his corOne of the men, Benedict, had talked back and yelled at the king about his abuse. As this broke out the next day to the christian people, they had slaughtered many of the Jews. This is important because it was one of the first anti-semetic actions from people in history.(fordham.edu)

Pope Innocent III appointed

Jan 8, 1198

On January 8, 1198, Pope Innocent III was appointed after his sucessors Innocent II and Innocent I. He was one of the three popes to define the doctrine of "no salvation outside the church". This is important because he led the church through a difficult time after the past popes.(catholicism.org)

Final Encounter With Tartars

Jan 24, 1202

In 1202, Genghis Khan made his final encounter with a clan in western Mongolia called the Tartars. The Tartars had invaided and killed many in his families clan. At this time, Genghis had evolved into a warrior and used highly skilled tactics to defeat them. He erased them from Mongolia and history. This is important because it was a sign that he was ready to conquer more areas.(WorldBiography,263)

Crusaders Take Constantinople

Apr 12, 1204

On April 12,1204, the fourth crusade had invaided and taken Constantinople. Constantinople had never been successfully invaided due to their great defences. This is important because the crusader would eventually turn it into the Latin Empire.(historytoday.com)

Genghis Unifies Tribes

Jun 19, 1205

Along with using women,elderly, and young in his clan, he also unified many of the nomadic tribes that he found while traveling and some in Mongolia. The tribes would make armor and weapons for the clans in battle. Some of the members would also join Genghis' campaign. This would make travels easier for Genghis because he wouldn't need to carry as much material. It also gave him somebody to depend on.(Taylor,30)

Genghis Improves Clan

Mar 8, 1206

In 1202, Genghis had already been known as a skilled warrior, but he needed efficiency. It was during this time that he decided that instead of having the elderly, women, and young stay at home, they should help set up the yurts(MongolianTent), make food, and tend to the injured. This was important because it showed that Genghis was evolving into a leader, rather than a savage.(Taylor,33)

Genghis Becomes Universal Ruler

Nov 17, 1206

After many of his great accomplishments and ideas for the clan, Genghis was made Khan, or "Universal Ruler". This signified that he was ready to lead the Mongol tribe by himself. It was important because it was a sign that he was going to conquer for he and his people.(Taylor,30)

Genghis' Reforms

Dec 8, 1206

After Genghis was made Khan, his first task was to pass reforms to hold tribal animositiesto harness the military potential of his clan. He passed these in the form of the Great Yasa. It was passed very quickly to increase the military. This also allowed for Mongols and rebels to join him. This made the Mongols a bigger and stronger empire, allowing them to conquer more land.(Taylor,30)

Mongols invaid China

Jun 25, 1211

In 1211, Mongols had finally invaided their main target, China. They had invaided the whole of the reigon west of the Great Wall. Genghis had used his tactics to invade China. It was a sign that Genghis was developing as a Khan and was succeeding.(WorldBiography264)

Genghis continues his conquering

Jul 30, 1218

In 1217-1219, Genghis continued his sweep across western Asia. He had also taken a special trading post in eastern Asia called Otrar. He eventually crossed the Caucaus and defeated an army of Russians and Kipchak Turks. This sweep highly expanded on the Mongolian Empire. This marked his final dominance.(WorldHistory,276,277)

First Known Windmill is Documented

Nov 27, 1219

In 1227 A.D, the first known windmill was documented in China. This windmill was used to grind grain. It was much more efficient and would eventually spread to Europe. This is important because it increased trade and would lead to a new source of power.(indepthinfo.com)

Magna Carta reissued for 3rd time in definitive form

Aug 25, 1225

The Magna Carta had been under change three different times before, and finally became a final statement. This was important because it was a final set of rules put in place.(newadvent.org)

Genghis Khans Death

Aug 18, 1227

In 1227, Genghis Khan had died along a trip across an asian mountain range during his long westard sweep. He died of complications from his health at 60, but was said to have succumbed to an injury that he previously had on a horse. This is important because it marked the end of Genghis Khan.(history.com)

Cotton Manufactured In Spain

Oct 28, 1227

In 1227 A.D, cotton is manufactured in Spain. This textile would become a prized piece for trade and for communities. It would also compete with linen and wool, which had been around much earlier. This is important because cotton would be used for clothing, furniture, rugs, and other accessories.(enotes.com)