Yuan Shikai

Summary The empire united the nomadic Mongol and Turkish tribes of historic Mongolia under the leadership of Genghis Khan, who was the ruler of all Mongols in 1206. The empire grew very fast under his rule and then under his descendants. Introduction The Mongol Empire stretched from the Sea of Japan to the Carpathian Mountains at its height, making it the largest contiguous empire in history. The Mongol empire began with the unification of the nomadic tribes of Mongolia by Genghis Khan…

What was life like for those who lingered on the Silk Road? The Silk Road elongated for miles going east and west through China. One might fathom about all the favorable effects of the Silk Road, but what about the opposing facts? Although the Silk Road led to cultural diffusion and other things, no one acknowledges the concepts of how dangerous it could have been for people traveling in caravans, camels, etc. through the Taklamakan desert. The Silk Road had a negative impact by people’s lives…

Through conquest, pillaging and the unification of mongol clans, Genghis Khan formed an empire stretching over 33 million km²: the largest land bound empire known to date. From the time he was appointed to rule the Mongol Empire in 1206 to the end of his reign in 1227, the Great Khan became famous for doing truly great, yet truly horrific things. Although much of Genghis Khan’s life is still shrouded in mystery and legend, there is clear evidence that can be pieced together to form conclusions…

Before they were known for creating the largest land empire in history, the Mongols were pastoral nomads who relied on their animals for survival. The Mongols moved several times a year in search of food and water for their herds. The Mongol lifestyle and continual migrations prevented them from transporting reserves of food and supplies. This made them extremely vulnerable to the environment. During the 13th century is when the Mongol Conquests took place. This resulted in the extensive Mongol…

To me, success during the Yuan dynasty means how much they accomplished,inventions that changed the world,in such little time.For example the invention of paper money began during the yuan dynasty.“The official banknote of the Yuan Dynasty was Chao. Made from the bark of mulberry trees, Chao was the first paper currency to be used as the predominant circulating medium in history. The Yuan government used woodblocks to print paper money. The Imperial Mint was located in the capital city…

Do you know why Tang Dynasty is called "The Golden Time"of China?Some one may think China became prosperous in the gold rush.The Tang Dynasty is the golden time of China because Chinese made a big revolution into different area,such as literature and politic . In A.D.618,one of the Yang Di’s generals took over China.he made himself emperor and founded a new dynasty called Tang Dynasty.(connect2)There was quite simply,nothing like it in the world.At its height-around the eight century C.E-the…

I am ecstatic. After weeks of my relentless begging, my father, Niccolo, and my uncle, Maffeo, have made the decision of bringing me with them on their voyage to meet again with the Great Khan at his summer palace at the far end of the continent of Asia. I am only 17, but I know I am ready. I am told that the journey will take around 3 to 4 years, which sounds like a long time, but I know that, since my father and uncle have already made this voyage, their experiences will help us to learn how…

On a saturday afternoon, visiting the Pacific Asia Museum as I walked in I have noticed how small the place is but there is an amazing amount of variety of art collection. When I walked in, the people around me are admiring each of the art pieces from the display. Walking to a quiet area, each individual are grasping every moments of how fantastic the pieces are. One of the part that captured my attention is that I absolutely loved is that some of the art pieces are passed down as generations…

brief in their control. The Yuan dynasty came to be in 1279 and lasted until 1368. The Yuan dynasty in China was brief however it was very impactful to the world we know today. The yuan dynasty officially began in 1279 when Kublai, a Mongol king, led the conquest of the Song in China. The Yuan dynasty was part of the Mongol empire that swept…

Occasionally, I hear somebody say, “I know I am saved because I can feel it right in here” as they slap their chest. They feel saved, so that makes everything alright as far as they are concerned. They are saved, they think, but their salvation is based on their feelings. Feelings, however, are the most unreliable thing in the world? Now, let me prove that to you. In the first book of the Old Bible, Moses wrote a story about Jacob. Later, God changed his name to Israel. (Genesis 32:28;…