Also known as Temujin; he united the Mongol tribes into an unstoppable fighting force; created largest single land empire in history.

Founded in the 12th century by Genghis Khan, which reached its greatest territorial extent in the 13th century, encompassing the larger part of Asia and extending westward to eastern Europe.

An ancient trade route between China and the Mediterranean Sea, promoted a cultural exchange and allowed Chinese inventions to spread.

European traveler who traveled into China and into Kublai Khan's Mongol Empire in the 13th century.

The period of approximately 150 years of relative peace and stability created by the Mongol Empire.

Fast-ripening rice allowed for a growth in a population, well-fed people and growth in productivity.

Regions held under control of Mongol Khans following the death of Genghis Khan including Khanates of Chagatai, Golden Horde (Russia), the Great Khan and Ilkhanate.

The large landmass that includes both Europe and Asia

Grandson of Genghis Khan and founder of the Mongol Yuan Dynasty in China.

Paper, silk, the clock, the magnetic compass, printed books, gunpowder and fireworks.

Invented within China during the 9th century, this substance was became the dominate military technology used to expand European and Asian empires by the 15th century.

A deadly plague that swept through Europe between 1347 and 1351, spread greatly through the Silk Road.