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“The best and most concise description I've ever found is in the Cambridge history of China. And here's how they describe it.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Mongol Empire expansion
For: Historians and students of Mongolian history
Key quote: “the sovereignty bestowed on Chingas Khan and subsequently bequeath to his successors was universal in character.”
The host mentions the 'Cambridge History of China' to highlight the concept of universal empire ingrained in the Mongol mentality during Ogadai's reign. This book provides a concise description of how the Mongols viewed their expansion as a divinely sanctioned mission, which influenced their military strategies.