The Mongol Invasion of Japan

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At the height of the Mongol Empire, Kublai Khan set his sights on the island of Japan. He launched two enormous invasions of that nation in 1274 and 1281 - but both of them were defeated, aided by sudden and disastrous storms that tore his fleets apart. The story of these kami ...

1185 - 1333 - The Kamakura period of Japanese history saw a time when a military regime took control of the nation, and were subject to the first international invasion of the Japanese islands.

📖 Episode Transcripts in Link Below ⬇️ Today, we delve into the awe-inspiring history of the Mongol Empire, a colossal force that reshaped the medieval world and left an indelible mark on history. https://patreon.com/HistoryinSlowGerman?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyL ...  Show more