How the Europeans FOUGHT the Mongols

How the Europeans FOUGHT the Mongols === How the Europeans FOUGHT the Mongols. As the Mongols swept across Asia, mighty empires and kingdoms like the Song Dynasty, Dali Kingdom, and the Khwarezmian Empire either crumbled or surrendered under their relentless military force. Asian nations fought valiantly, employing massive armies, fortified defenses, and strategic ingenuity, yet few could halt the advance of this unstoppable juggernaut. However, glimmers of resistance emerged, such as the Japanese, shielded by the legendary "Divine Wind" (Kamikaze), and the Mamluks at Ain Jalut, proving that even the fiercest storm could be weathered. How the Europeans FOUGHT the Mongols. But what about Europe? Could the fragmented feudal kingdoms and heavily armored knights of the West stand against a foe as swift and brutal as the Mongols? While Asian defenders relied on familiar terrain and traditional tactics, Europe faced an entirely alien challenge: confronting an enemy whose methods defied everything they had encountered before. In this exploration, we’ll uncover how European armies used everything from castle defense to battlefield tactics to confront the Mongols. Before diving into the Mongols’ devastating incursions into Europe, let’s step back and examine their early, crucial encounters with European states. In the early 13th century, the Mongol Empire, led by Genghis Khan, was in a period of rapid expansion. After conquering vast territories in East Asia—including China, Central Asia, and parts of the Khwarezmian Empire—the Mongols turned their sights westward: Eastern Rus principalities. For the Mongols, these territories were not just a borderland but also a crucial gateway to Europe. How the Europeans FOUGHT the Mongols. In 1222, Genghis Khan sent two of his most trusted generals, Subutai and Jebe, on a reconnaissance mission into the rus territories. Their orders were to scout the region and assess its strength. Along the way, they encountered the nomadic Cuman and Kipchak tribes living on the steppes. The Cumans and Kipchaks, alarmed by the Mongols’ presence, sought help from neighboring principalities. Among these, the Kiev played a key role in forming a coalition to confront the Mongols. === #greathistoryen #greathistoryenchannel #battlehistory #battleof #europeans #mongols