The Great Khan
Genghis Khan
c. 1162 - 1227
"It is not sufficient that I succeed. All others must fail."
Biography
Born as Temüjin, he united many of the nomadic tribes of Northeast Asia. After founding the Mongol Empire and being proclaimed "Genghis Khan," he launched the Mongol invasions that conquered most of Eurasia.
Legacy
He created the largest contiguous empire in history. Beyond his military prowess, he is credited with advancing trade, religious tolerance, and creating a unified legal code across his vast empire.