Crossroads of Civilization: A History of Central Asia Season 1 Episode 10 The Coming of the Mongols

As precursors to the renowned Mongols, observe how the Qarakhanid Empire helped build a distinct Turko-Persian civilization and intellectual life. Then trace the epic conquests of the Mongols, who created one of the largest empires in history. Grasp the ways in which, despite their aggression and brutality, the Mongols continued the legacy of the Turko-Persian empires which preceded them.