#rusprincipalities

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This map illustrates the four major khanates that emerged from the Mongol Empire in the early 14th century, following the fragmentation of the vast domain once ruled by Genghis Khan (circa 1162 to 1227, reign 1206 to 1227). Although no longer unified under a single ruler, these successor states remained loosely connected through shared lineage, diplomatic ties, and occasional rivalry. Each khanate...