Introduction to the Mongol Conquests (1200-1400)

Article from The Economist on Batu, the grandson of Genghis Khan

Ögödei’s greatest achievements: the postal system known as the Yam

Kublai was curious about the world and welcomed foreigners to his court. The Polos returned to Europe as Kublai’s ambassadors of good will, bearing gifts from the Far East. When they returned several years later, they took Niccoló’s young son, Marco (1254–1324), with them, facilitating a relationship that would change the global economy.