On this day, August 18, in 1227, Mongol ruler Genghis Khan died, likely of injuries sustained from falling off his horse. His final burial place remains a mystery. The video below has much info, for our history buffs… it’s BBC but it is damned good. Shame that BBC as of 2019 is so far left that even socialists are now called ‘right wing’ such as Le Pen of France. But when it comes to ancient history, as long as these leftists don’t mix in politics, they have excellent video and news. Enjoy…

Genghis Khan Biography

Genghis Khan: Mongolian warrior and ruler Genghis Khan created the largest empire in the world, the Mongol Empire, by destroying individual tribes in Northeast Asia.

Synopsis

Genghis Khan was born “Temujin” in Mongolia around 1162. He married at age 16, but had many wives during his lifetime. At 20, he began building a large army with the intent to destroy individual tribes in Northeast Asia and unite them under his rule. He was successful; the Mongol Empire was the largest empire in the world before the British Empire, and lasted well after his own death in 1227. Read More…. CLICK HERE