In the 1200’s the Mongol Empire was huge, covering almost all of what we now call Asia and parts of Europe.  In order to maintain control over such a large area, the Mongol warriors were fearsome.  They were highly trained in fighting techniques.  Their weapons and body armor were designed for the utmost protection.  Their sheer numbers and organization easily overwhelmed enemies.  The mighty Genghis Khan ruled over 50 years, but after the death of his grandson, the empire broke into four different empires, each ruled by a different leader.  But the strength of the parts did not equal the strength of the whole, and each  empire eventually was conquered by enemies.  Interesting to see how well organized and equipped they were nearly 1,000 years ago.