Ep.10 | Ögedei Khan’s First Conquest | History of the Mongols | Podcast

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Northern China is on its last legs. In 1231-1234 Ögedei Khan unleashes Tolui, Subutai, and the full might of the Mongol Empire against the once mighty Jurchen Jin Empire. Watch how decisive victories at Sanfeng Mountain, a year-long siege of Kaifeng, and the tragic loss of Emperor Aizong bring a 100-year dynasty crashing down, while setting the stage for the doomed Southern Song.

In this episode we cover:

• Ögedei’s first major campaign and why the Jin briefly outfoxed him

• The Loyal & Filial Army and the shock Mongol defeats at Tongguan and Daohuigu• Tolui’s brutal winter march through Song territory and the snow-storm ambush that changed everything

• Subutai’s ruthless engineering at Kaifeng, gunpowder, sappers, and a starving million-strong city

• Emperor Aizong’s last days, the fall of Caizhou, and the immediate collapse of the Jin-Song alliance

• How the victory freed Mongol armies for new conquests westward, and sparked a 40-year war with the Southern Song

If you’re fascinated by steppe strategy, medieval siege tech, or the rise of the largest land empire in history, you won’t want to miss this deep dive into the Jin Dynasty’s final stand.

History of the Mongols | Podcast

The History of the Mongols: From the Birth of Temujin to the Fall of the Empire
Step into the world of one of history’s most formidable civilizations, the Mongol Empire. From the humble beginnings of Temujin, the boy who would become Genghis Khan, to the vast empire that spanned continents, this series explores the triumphs, strategies, and legacies of the Mongols. Join us as we uncover the battles, politics, and cultural transformations that shaped the largest contiguous empire in history.

Each episode brings you deep into the battles, betrayals, and ambitions that shaped the largest contiguous empire the world has ever known.

🎧 Perfect for fans of historical epics, immersive storytelling, and the real story behind Genghis Khan and his descendants.

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