Respect Can Make Things Easier
Genghis Khan seemed to have felt it would be more trouble than good to force religion on others. It is also said that the Mongols tried to acquire the religious leaders on the right-hand side of the annexed area. They even allowed priests and sacred places tax exemptions. It is reported that Genghis Khan felt it would make it less probable for victorious kingdoms to rebel.
Respect Can Make Things Easier
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#15. Compulsory military service
Maybe Genghis Khan had to work above all else. The more men he had under his command, the simpler his territorial goals would be to realize. It is, therefore, no surprise that the Mongols did not rely on voluntary workers. No, stringent regulations determined who in the Mongol military should be ready to serve.
#15. Compulsory Military Service
