Ultimately, the Mongol Empire did not remain unified, falling into civil war after the death of Möngke Khan, a grandson of Genghis Khan, in 1259. Additional resources.

Accompanying Elbegdorj's post were maps of the Mongol Empire of the 13th and 14th centuries. One shows the breadth of the vast but short-lived empire, which at its peak covered 9 million square miles.

In the 1200s, European rulers trembled before Mongol forces sacking their cities. But then the army withdrew—the reason why is still up for debate. HISTORY & CULTURE ...

Kings and Generals. How the Mongol Empire Destroyed Itself. Posted: June 5, 2025 | Last updated: June 14, 2025. What happens when crusaders fight for a caliphate?

Tents and animals. Horses and swords. The early days of the Mongol Empire were characterized by battle, conquest, and quick expansion, leading the people ruled by Genghis Khan to domination of the ...