Is Erick Khan related to Genghis Khan?

Ariq Böke was the youngest son of Sorghaghtani Beki and Tolui, the youngest son of Genghis Khan. When Genghis died in 1227, the leadership of the Empire passed to Genghis’ third son (Ariq Böke’s uncle), Ögedei.

Who was Genghis Khan’s successor?

Ögödei
Ögödei, also spelled Ogadai, Ogdai, or Ugedei, (born 1185, Mongolia—died 1241, Karakorum, Mongolia), son and successor of the Mongol ruler Genghis Khan (d. 1227), who greatly expanded the Mongol Empire.

What was Ogedei known for?

1206-1227), the empire’s founder. Ogedei’s accomplishments included creating a new capital at Karakorum, establishing a system of regional governance and taxation, and defeating the long-time enemy of the Mongols, the Jin state of northern China.

What happened to Kaidu?

Kaidu had waged almost continuous warfare for more than 30 years against Kublai and his successor Temür, though he eventually fell in 1301, when he was defeated and wounded during a battle near Karakorum and died shortly afterwards.

Where did Genghis Khan come from?

Khentii Mountains, Mongolia
Genghis Khan/Place of birth

What does the term Genghis Khan mean?

universal ruler
Genghis Khan (aka Chinggis Khan) was the founder of the Mongol Empire which he ruled from 1206 until his death in 1227. Born Temujin, he acquired the title of Genghis Khan, likely meaning ‘universal ruler’, after unifying the Mongol tribes.

Who wins Kublai or Kaidu?

Kaidu–Kublai war

Date	1268–1301
Location	China, Mongolia, Central Asia, Western Asia, Russia
Result	Inconclusive Fragmentation of the Mongol Empire Decline of the Ogedeids

When did ogadai start writing down the Yassa?

Since 1229, Ogadai started writing down the Yassa, the old and new Laws of the Mongols. During 1230-32, Ogadai lead the united steppe people against the Tangutes / Hsi-Hsia. Their country was overrun, many of their villages burned down and their people enslaved.

What was the cause of Ogodei’s death?

Ögödei died during a drinking bout, and his troops called off their intended invasion of western Europe. His widow, Töregene, ruled as regent until 1246 when she handed over the throne to Güyük, her eldest son by Ögödei. Ögödei is described in contemporary sources as a stern, energetic man given to drinking and lasciviousness.

When did ogadai lead the people against the tangutes?

During 1230-32, Ogadai lead the united steppe people against the Tangutes / Hsi-Hsia. Their country was overrun, many of their villages burned down and their people enslaved. The Mongols didn’t have the necessary techniques to storm their cities, though.

What was the name of Ogedei Khan’s wife?

Ögedei was heavily wounded and lost on the battlefield. His father’s adopted brother and companion Borokhula rescued him. Although he was already married, in 1204 his father gave him Töregene, the wife of a defeated Merkit chief.