How did technology assist Genghis Khan in his ambition for conquest?

The Mongol tribes lived a simple life and had basic technology from weapons like spears and wooden short bows to lifestyle utensils like farming tools and clothing. It wasn't till Genghis Khan came to power and invaded China till they were exposed to advanced technology and engineering skills. It was with Chinese technology that the Mongols thrust across Europe and into the Middle East. Gunpowder, catapults and other siege machines, along with Chinese engineers and labourers  The Mongols also excepted other cultures to learn different inventions to help them in conquering the world like rockets form China and Steel from Arabia.

The key to Mongol superiority in battle, was their success in peace. All religions and cultures were allowed to exist. The Mongols did not try to impose their values on the people they conquered. Instead, they learned from everyone. It made them smarter, better in battle, and much more effective in governing. One interesting Mongol invention was hamburgers. they would get two pieces of bread and put whatever they could find between them, salt it and put it under their saddle while they ride and take it out whenever they felt hunger during a long horse ride.

So in conclusion, the Mongols ability to accept of nations religions, views and technology made it the most powerful, advanced and most feared nation for century's.

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