What Did Genghis Khan Do With Captured Women?

Genghis Khan, born in 1162, holds the title of the greatest conqueror in human history. His armies formed the colossal Mongol Empire, the largest land empire ever known. In addition to his military exploits, Genghis Khan led a personal life marked by numerous relationships. With six wives and about five hundred concubines, he left a significant genetic legacy. It is estimated that approximately sixteen million males today, constituting 0.5% of the global male population, share a genetic link with Genghis Khan. This extensive lineage, however, was established through a systematic approach involving abuse, pillage, and kidnapping whenever Genghis Khan’s army conquered a new city. The ruthless efficiency with which this brutal routine was carried out is noteworthy. The army executed widespread killings, sparing neither men, animals, nor older individuals. The captured women were sent to Genghis khan, but how did he treat them? Check out our German translations of our videos here: