Mongols could now also deploy the heavy variant to good effect…
As the Mongols came to Western Asia, they robbed their horses of steel helmets, chains, breastplates, and armor. This meant the Mongols could now use the heavier version to considerable success and their conventional light cavalry. Smart!
Mongols Could Now Also Deploy The Heavy Variant To Good Effect.
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#1. Great Horsemanship
Horses were essential to the culture of the Mongols. They were a significant factor for their combat success. Horsemanship was so necessary that even a law said that all kids had to learn to ride. Therefore it was so usual for the army of Genghis Khan to go on horseback. The Mongols used one fundamental innovation as well: the metal stirrup.
#1. Great Horsemanship
