The Genghis Khan Empire In Medieval Europe

The effects of the Genghis Khan Empire in medieval Europe The Mongols were primarily nomadic people, however, in the late 12th century, a ruler named Temujin was able to bring them together. Temujin incorporated different tribes into one and formed the Genghis Khan Empire. In 1209, the Genghis Khan Empire invaded northern china, and continued their invasion for the following decades; by 1279 the entire Chinese region would be under the Mongol rule. Under Temujin’s grandson, the Mongols spread further west conquering Russia, Poland, Germany, and Hungary. The expansion of the Genghis Khan Empire throughout Europe had different economic, social and cultural effects.
One of the effects of the Genghis Khan Empire conquest of Europe was the Pax Mongolica, the Mongol peace. The Mongols had conquered a vast …show more content…
Additionally, workers were becoming scarce, as a result, job was easy to find, and there was an increase in pay.
Due to the empty farmlands, different forests were restored, farmers were able to use the previous farmlands as pasture lands, increasing their livestock. They were also able to produce different types of fruits, and they were able to have a dairy farm because there was less need for grain production. Furthermore, farmers were able to expand their lands, making them wealthier than before.
The other impact of the Black Death on Europe was the migration of people into different cities. The urban population had been depleted by the plague, and when people from the rural areas, mostly women, migrated to the cities, they were able to find jobs. The urban population increased, and it promoted trade. As a result it significantly improved the economy of Europe.
In general, though the Black Death was a devastating event, it improved the economy of Europe.
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