Great Khanate
Definition
The ruling government of the Mongol Empire, led by the Great Khan. It was based in Mongolia and China.
Related terms
Kublai Khan: He was one of Genghis Khan's grandsons who became a Great Khan and founded the Yuan Dynasty in China.
Yuan Dynasty: A dynasty in China ruled by the Mongols under Kublai Khan; it represents an era when China was part of a larger empire - The Mongol Empire.
Silk Road: An ancient network of trade routes that connected East and West, which saw increased use and development during Mongol rule due to their promotion of trade and communication.
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AP World History: Modern - 2.2 The Mongol Empire and the Making of the Modern World
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