Mongolia and Taiwan

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Mongolia and Taiwan

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• Publié par: ifydesut
• Nombre de lectures: 38
• Langue: English

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Mongolia and Taiwan

ols of the Asian steppe lived their ader named Temujin (later called ans and led them in conquering aid, “Man’s greatest good fortune ze his total possessions, leave his , and ride his horse.” The Mongols land empire in history, extending ard into Europe.

Traders n have been closely connected to

ngols were nomadic herders for was changed forever by Genghis onqueror.” Genghis Khan died in l Asia and begun the conquest of

avalry of 10,000 was accompanied s and by tens of thousands of

Main Ideas • Taiwan and Mongolia have   developed in the shadow of their giant neighbor—China. The countries of the region • include both capitalist and socialist economies. Places & Terms economic tiger Pacific Rim Connect to the Issues trade Trade has helped Taiwan achieve prosperity, while Mongolia has not been

Mongol soldiers were superb horsemen, having spent all their lives in the saddle. Hunting and other activities gave young men a chance to

practice skills they would use in battle.

Teams of oxen pulled the mobile yurts of the khan and other leaders.