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Also Known As Temuchin • Jenghiz Khan • Temüjin • Chingis Khan • Jinghis Khan • Ching-gis Khan • Chinggiss Khan
Born 1162 • near Lake Baikal
Died August 18, 1227 (aged 65)
Title / Office khan (1206-1227), Mongol empire
Notable Family Members son Jöchi • son Chagatai • son Ögödei

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  • Genghis Khan created an international communication and postal network known as the "Yam."
  • There is no artwork of Genghis Khan from his lifetime.
  • Genghis Khan's conquests caused the deaths of roughly 40 million people, especially impacting China and the area that is now Iran.

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