Subscribe for weekly episodes:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HistoryStrong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Listen to the full playlist here:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History of the Mongols | Podcast Kublai Khan turns from empire-wide civil war to a single target that can break the Southern Song. We trace the five-year siege of Xiangyang and Fancheng on the Han River, the rise of a Mongol river fleet, Jia Sidao’s failed reliefs, and the game-changing counterweight trebuchets from Ilkhanid engineers. With Lu Wenhuan’s surrender in 1273, the road to the Yangzi opens and the fall of the Song begins. If you’re enjoying this series, don’t forget to like the video, subscribe for more episodes of The History of the Mongols, and drop a comment letting us know where in the world you’re listening from!

Subscribe for weekly episodes:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HistoryStrong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Listen to the full playlist here:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History of the Mongols | Podcast The Mongol Empire splits as Berke Khan of the Golden Horde fights Hulagu of the Ilkhanate. We cover 1262 to 1266, the Terek River disaster, Nogai’s rise, Abaqa’s counter, and Baybars’ Mamluk alliance that locks in a lasting Golden Horde-Ilkhanate rivalry. If you’re enjoying this series, don’t forget to like the video, subscribe for more episodes of The History of the Mongols, and drop a comment letting us know where in the world you’re listening from!

Subscribe for weekly episodes:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HistoryStrong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Listen to the full playlist here:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History of the Mongols | Podcast Mongke Khan dies in 1259 and the empire cracks. We follow Kublai and Ariq Boke’s rival quriltais, the fight for Karakorum’s supplies, the battles at Baski and Shimuultu, Alghu’s swing in the Chagatai realm, Ariq’s surrender in 1264, and how this crisis birthed the Yuan, Ilkhanate, Chagatai, and Golden Horde as separate powers. If you’re enjoying this series, don’t forget to like the video, subscribe for more episodes of The History of the Mongols, and drop a comment letting us know where in the world you’re listening from!

Subscribe for weekly episodes:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HistoryStrong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Listen to the full playlist here:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History of the Mongols | Podcast The Mongol invasion of the Song Dynasty (1251-1258), led by Möngke, aimed to exploit the divided defenses of the wealthy and culturally advanced Song in northern China. Prior engagements had resulted in strong resistance due to effective Song military strategies. After being displaced by the Jurchen and Jin Dynasties, the Southern Song sought to reclaim territory but faced financial and political struggles. Möngke's assault initially saw gains but was ultimately thwarted by the harsh climate and resilient defenders. His unexpected death led to disarray within the Mongol forces and a temporary reprieve for the Song, marking a turning point in the conflict amidst civil strife in the Mongol Empire. If you’re enjoying this series, don’t forget to like the video, subscribe for more episodes of The History of the Mongols, and drop a comment letting us know where in the world you’re listening from!

Subscribe for weekly episodes:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HistoryStrong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Listen to the full playlist here:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History of the Mongols | Podcast In this episode of The History of the Mongols - After Hülegü’s sack of Baghdad in 1258, the Mongols swept into Syria, taking Aleppo and Damascus. With Egypt next, Qutuz and Baybars marched out to meet Kitbuqa in Galilee at Ayn Jalut in 1260. We track the fall of Aleppo and Damascus, Frankish neutrality at Acre, the Mamluk coalition, and the battle that stopped the Mongol advance toward Cairo. If you’re enjoying this series, don’t forget to like the video, subscribe for more episodes of The History of the Mongols, and drop a comment letting us know where in the world you’re listening from!

Subscribe for weekly episodes:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HistoryStrong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Listen to the full playlist here:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History of the Mongols | Podcast In this episode of The History of the Mongols, we cover one of the most infamous events in Islamic history , the 1258 sack of Baghdad by Hülegü Khan. What began as a siege quickly became an annihilation. The great city of learning, once the jewel of the Abbasid Caliphate, was reduced to rubble. The last Caliph was executed. The Tigris ran thick with blood and legend. But this wasn’t just destruction...it was the collapse of an entire world order. If you’re enjoying this series, don’t forget to like the video, subscribe for more episodes of The History of the Mongols, and drop a comment letting us know where in the world you’re listening from!

Subscribe for weekly episodes:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HistoryStrong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Listen to the full playlist here:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History of the Mongols | Podcast In this episode of The History of the Mongols, we follow Hülegü Khan’s devastating 1256 campaign to destroy the Nizari Ismaili state, known in the West as the “Order of Assassins.” From the fortress of Alamut to the bloody siege of Maymundiz, this was one of the most calculated and logistically complex operations in Mongol history. We explore the real story behind the Assassins: who they were, how they fought, and why their mountain strongholds terrified rulers across Asia and Europe. With the full weight of Möngke Khan’s empire behind him, Hülegü led an army of over 150,000 across Iran, supported by Chinese engineers, Christian commanders, and rival Mongol factions. This is the untold story of how the Mongols dismantled an entire secretive sect, and why it mattered far beyond the battlefield. If you’re enjoying this series, don’t forget to like the video, subscribe for more episodes of The History of the Mongols, and drop a comment letting us know where in the world you’re listening from!

Subscribe for weekly episodes:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HistoryStrong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Listen to the full playlist here:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History of the Mongols | Podcast In the final part of our three-episode series on the Mongol invasions of Japan, we go beyond the legendary typhoon of 1281 to uncover the long-term consequences for both Japan and the Yuan Empire. While Kublai Khan’s dream of conquering Japan faded, the aftermath reshaped Japanese politics, shattered the Kamakura shogunate, and fed the rise of the Ashikaga shogunate and the Warring States period. On the Yuan side, the costly failures fuelled economic crisis, corruption, and imperial decline. We’ll explore how the invasions influenced everything from swords to samurai rebellion and why the myth of the “kamikaze” divine wind became so powerful centuries later. This episode wraps up our Mongol-Japan series before we return to the wider Mongol Empire story next time! To support the series, don’t forget to like, comment where you’re listening from, and subscribe for more deep dives into Mongol history.

Subscribe for weekly episodes:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HistoryStrong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Listen to the full playlist here:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History of the Mongols | Podcast In part 2 of our three-part series on the Mongol invasions of Japan, we follow the remarkable story of Takezaki Suenaga, a minor samurai from Kyushu whose firsthand account of both the 1274 and 1281 invasions offers a rare window into the samurai experience. Through illustrated scrolls he commissioned himself, Suenaga’s tale reveals a world of bravery, ambition, battlefield chaos, and political maneuvering. This episode explores his daring exploits, including his role at Tsushima, Hakata Bay, and the epic second invasion that ended in the legendary kamikaze storm. Stay tuned for part 3, where we explore the long-term consequences of the invasions for both Japan and the Mongol Empire. To support the series, don’t forget to like, comment where you’re listening from, and subscribe for more deep dives into Mongol history.

Subscribe for weekly episodes:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HistoryStrong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Listen to the full playlist here:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History of the Mongols | Podcast In the first of our three-part series on the Mongol invasions of Japan, we explore how Kublai Khan’s empire launched its opening assault on Japan in 1274. The campaign began with the brutal conquest of Tsushima Island, a key stepping stone between Korea and Japan. From there, the Mongol-Korean fleet advanced to Iki Island and finally Hakata Bay on Kyushu, sparking one of East Asia’s most famous military confrontations. In this episode, we dive into the origins of the invasion, the fall of Tsushima, the battle at Hakata Bay, and the legendary samurai resistance. Next time, we’ll follow the remarkable samurai Takezaki Suenaga through both Mongol invasions, before concluding with the lasting legacy of these events for both Japan and the Mongol Empire. To support the series, don’t forget to like, comment where you’re listening from, and subscribe for more deep dives into Mongol history.

Subscribe for weekly episodes:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HistoryStrong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Listen to the full playlist here:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History of the Mongols | Podcast During the height of Mongol power, few dared to resist, but the kingdom of Koryo (Korea) held out for nearly four decades. From guerrilla warfare and mountain fortresses to political intrigue and royal hostages, the long and brutal Mongol-Korean War reshaped the peninsula forever. In this episode of The History of the Mongols, we dive into one of the most overlooked chapters of the empire's expansion, the bitter struggle for Korea. Despite Mongol invasions, devastating famine, and relentless demands for submission, Korea fought back. But in the end, the kingdom's fate was sealed not by battle, but by diplomacy, marriage, and the ambitions of Kublai Khan. To support the series, don’t forget to like, comment where you’re listening from, and subscribe for more deep dives into Mongol history.

Subscribe for weekly episodes:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HistoryStrong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Listen to the full playlist here:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History of the Mongols | Podcast In this episode of The History of the Mongols, we explore the reign of Möngke Khan, the fourth Great Khan of the Mongol Empire. Under his leadership, the empire reached unprecedented heights of centralization, administrative reform, and military power. Yet, behind the surface of unity, the seeds of future division were already being sown. We’ll uncover how Möngke consolidated his family's rule, reshaped taxation and governance, and prepared for massive new conquests in China, the Middle East, and beyond. His brothers, Kublai and Hulegu, were entrusted with vast campaigns, but ambition and suspicion simmered beneath the surface. Möngke's reign would be the final chapter of undisputed Mongol unity. After his death, the empire would fracture beyond repair. To support the series, don’t forget to like, comment where you’re listening from, and subscribe for more deep dives into Mongol history.

Subscribe for weekly episodes:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HistoryStrong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Listen to the full playlist here:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History of the Mongols | Podcast⁠ After the Mongols devastated Eastern Europe in the 1240s, terrified kings, popes, and priests scrambled to understand this new and unstoppable enemy. Their solution? Send brave envoys deep into the Mongol world. In this episode of the History of the Mongols, we follow the extraordinary journeys of John of Plano Carpini, Simon of St. Quentin, and William of Rubruck, three Europeans who risked everything to uncover the secrets of the Mongol Empire. Their accounts offer a rare, firsthand glimpse inside the court of the Great Khans and reveal how Europe’s first contact with the Mongols shaped the world to come. Support the series by subscribing and let me know where you're listening from in the comments!

Subscribe for weekly episodes:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HistoryStrong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Listen to the full playlist here:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History of the Mongols | Podcast⁠ This episode explores the downfall of Guyuk, the collapse of Ögedei’s lineage, and how Mongke Khan's unexpected rise marked the beginning of the Toluid Revolution, a turning point that would shape the Mongol Empire’s future and spark a new era of conquest… and division. Support the series by subscribing and let me know where you're listening from in the comments!

Subscribe for weekly episodes:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HistoryStrong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Listen to the full playlist here:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History of the Mongols | Podcast⁠⁠ In this episode of The History of the Mongols, we explore the final years of Ögedei Khan and the dramatic fallout after his death in 1241. This pivotal moment marked the beginning of cracks within the empire that once seemed unstoppable. Support the series by subscribing and let me know where you're listening from in the comments!

Subscribe for weekly episodes:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HistoryStrong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Listen to the full playlist here:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History of the Mongols | Podcast⁠⁠ In this episode of The History of the Mongols, we uncover one of history’s greatest mysteries: why did the unstoppable Mongol invasion of Europe suddenly end in 1242? After the brutal victories at Mohi and Legnica, with Hungary in ruins and Europe defenseless, Batu and Subutai seemed poised to conquer the continent. But instead, they withdrew. We explore: ✓ The devastation of Hungary after Mohi ✓ The brutal Mongol occupation and Master Roger’s chilling eyewitness account ✓ The siege of Esztergom and why European castles stalled the Mongol advance ✓ The myth of Ögedei Khan’s death, and why it wasn’t the real reason they left ✓ The hidden Mongol strategy and how close Europe came to total conquest If you're fascinated by: ✓ The Mongol war machine ✓ Medieval warfare and siege tactics ✓ How Europe nearly fell to the steppe armies ✓ The hidden reasons behind history's turning pointsThen this is the episode for you. 👍 Like the episode 💬 Drop a comment (Let me know where you are watching from?) 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes ↗️ Share this video with fellow history lovers

Subscribe for weekly episodes:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HistoryStrong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Listen to the full playlist here:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History of the Mongols | Podcast⁠ In this episode of The History of the Mongols, Batu and Subutai bring the full weight of the Mongol Empire westward. After crushing the Rus’ and razing Kiev, they unleash a coordinated assault on Poland and Hungary. The result: two devastating battles, Legnica and Mohi that left Central Europe shattered and the West on the brink of collapse. You’ll learn about: • The fall of Kraków and the defeat at Legnica • Why Duke Henry of Silesia lost his head (literally) • How King Béla IV tried to stop the Mongols...and failed • Cuman refugees, royal chaos, and anti-nomadic riots • The Mongol smokescreens and siege engines at Mohi • Subutai’s flanking maneuver and the laager trap • The death of Hungary’s elite and the great retreat • What really made the Mongols pull back from Europe If you're fascinated by: ✓ Medieval warfare in Eastern Europe ✓ Steppe tactics vs Christian kingdoms ✓ The Battle of Mohi and its bloody aftermath ✓ Why the Mongols suddenly left Europe ✓ Crusader myths and Mongol truth Then this is the episode for you. 👍 Like the episode 💬 Drop a comment (Let me know where you are watching from?) 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes ↗️ Share this video with fellow history lovers

Subscribe for weekly episodes:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HistoryStrong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Listen to the full playlist here:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History of the Mongols | Podcast⁠⁠ In this episode of The History of the Mongols, the campaign shifts south. After burning northern Rus’ to the ground, Batu and Subutai pause, then strike again. The Mongol war machine sweeps through Crimea, scatters the Cuman-Qipchaqs, subdues the Caucasus, and unleashes hell on the proud city of Kiev. You’ll learn about: • The siege of Magas, one of the toughest Mongol battles • How Crimea fell and the slave trade exploded • Cuman leader Kotjen’s flight into Hungary • Circassian and Alan resistance in the Caucasus • The tragic fall of Chernigov and Kiev in 1240 • How the Mongols shaped the Mamluk future in Egypt • Rising tensions between Batu, Guyuk, and Mongke • What came next: the gates of Europe If you're fascinated by: ✓ Siege warfare and steppe strategy ✓ How the Mongols reshaped Eurasia ✓ The rise of the Mamluks from Mongol captives ✓ Forgotten cities like Magas and Soldaia ✓ How the fall of Kiev shook Eastern Europe Then this is the episode for you. 👍 Like the episode 💬 Drop a comment (Let me know where you are watching from?) 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes ↗️ Share this video with fellow history lovers

Subscribe for weekly episodes:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HistoryStrong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Listen to the full playlist here:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History of the Mongols | Podcast⁠⁠ In this episode of The History of the Mongols, we cover the dramatic opening phase of the Great Western Invasion, an unstoppable campaign led by Batu Khan, Subutai, and the royal princes of Mongolia. As over 100,000 Mongol horsemen cross the steppe in 1236, the Volga Bulghars, Cumans, and Rus’ stand in their way. It’s the beginning of the Mongol conquest of Europe. You’ll learn about: • The winter destruction of Volga Bulgharia • Subutai’s revenge for Jebei and Bachman’s dramatic end • The Mongol siege of Ryazan and massacre of its people • Why Grand Duke Yuri fell at the Sit’ River • The “Evil City” of Kozelsk and its fierce resistance • How the Rus’ failed to unite, and paid the price • Why Novgorod was spared while Moscow burned • What made Mongol siege tactics so terrifyingly effective • The stage now set for the fall of Kiev and western Rus’ If you're fascinated by: ✓ Mongol steppe warfare and strategy ✓ The fall of medieval Russia and the rise of the Golden Horde ✓ Subutai’s genius and Batu’s brutal campaign ✓ How siege weapons shattered wooden cities ✓ The fate of Ryazan, Vladimir, and early Moscow Then this is the episode for you. 👍 Like the episode 💬 Drop a comment (Let me know where you are watching from?) 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes

Subscribe for weekly episodes:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HistoryStrong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Listen to the full playlist here:👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History of the Mongols | Podcast⁠⁠ In this episode of The History of the Mongols, we follow the explosive westward expansion of the Mongol Empire after the fall of the Jin. As Ögedei Khan consolidates power, his general Chormaqun leads a devastating campaign across Iran, the Caucasus, and Anatolia, crushing the last Khwarezmian ruler, ravaging Georgia, and shattering the Seljuqs at Köse Dağ. You’ll see how Mongol strategy shifted from reactive conquest to total domination, and why no Muslim kingdom could stop them. We cover: • Jalal al-Din Mingburnu’s escape across the Indus • His failed comeback in India, Iran, and the Caucasus • Chormaqun’s 30,000-strong army and the tamma system • The fall of Tabriz, Tbilisi, and the last Khwarezmian strongholds • The brutal Mongol campaigns into Georgia and Armenia • Baiju Noyan’s rise and the crushing of the Seljuqs at Köse Dağ (1243) • How this campaign reshaped the Islamic world, and why Baghdad was spared…for now If you're fascinated by: ✓ The Mongol war machine ✓ Islamic and Middle Eastern history ✓ Steppe tactics vs. medieval states ✓ Crusades, Caliphates, and collapsing kingdoms Then this is the episode for you. 👍 Like the episode 💬 Drop a comment (Let me know where you are watching from?) 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes ↗️ Share this video with fellow history lovers