Genghis Khan, originally named Temüjin, is the traditional founder of the Mongol Empire. Born in the late 12th century, he united the fragmented Mongol tribes and established a vast empire in the early 13th century. Genghis Khan was a brilliant military strategist and leader, employing innovative tactics that enabled the Mongols to conquer large parts of Asia and Europe. His empire became the largest contiguous land empire in history, promoting trade and cultural exchange across the Silk Road. Genghis Khan’s legacy is complex, characterized by both conquest and the establishment of a connected world.