However, soon after the 1396 invasion of Timur, the founder of the Timurid Empire, the Golden Horde broke into smaller khanates which declined steadily in power. By the start of the 15th century, the …

May 28, 2016 · Historians could only guess why until now, since written accounts from the point of view of Mongol military leaders are sparse. But a new study in the journal Scientific Reports looked at a …

5 days ago · Ancient DNA from Golden Horde tombs in Kazakhstan links Mongol rulers to a distinct C3 Y chromosome lineage and regional ancestry.

Jan 1, 2026 · Golden Horde, Russian designation for the Ulus Juchi, the western part of the Mongol empire, which flourished from the mid-13th century to the end of the 14th century. The people of the …

Apr 18, 2025 · The Golden Horde was one of the most powerful and influential Mongol khanates in history. Rising from the ashes of Chinggis Khan’s empire, the Golden Horde left a lasting legacy that …

Oct 14, 2019 · At its height, Mongol raids from the Golden Horde extended from the Caucasus to Hungary to Constantinople, inspiring fear across the known the world of the fearsome Mongol …

Sep 27, 2025 · Beginning in 1206, the Mongol armies exploded outward, ultimately creating the largest contiguous land empire in history, stretching from the Pacific Ocean to Eastern Europe.

1 day ago · A new study from researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, in collaboration with scientists in Kazakhstan and Japan, provides fresh insights into the genetic makeup and cultural …

6 days ago · All four came from elite mausoleums associated with the Golden Horde, the northwestern extension of the Mongol Empire, which was established and governed by the descendants of …

3 days ago · The Golden Horde, the northwestern extension of the Mongol Empire ruled by Genghis Khan's descendants, holds a pivotal place in the history of Central Eurasia and Eastern Europe. …