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Groove Time. According to The Prince (published in 1532 and written by Niccolo Machiavelli), it is philosophized that “the ends justify the means.” What does this mean from a political standpoint? Do you think this is right? Why or why not? - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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GROOVE TIMEAccording to The Prince (published in
1532 and written by Niccolo Machiavelli), it is philosophized that “the ends justify the means.”What does this mean from a political
standpoint?Do you think this is right? Why or why
not?If you are not familiar with The Prince or
Machiavelli, you may use your phones for quick research!
THE MONGOLSOctober 14, 2013
WHERE AND WHENPastoral nomads in Asia
Originated in Gobi Desert13th-14th century, ruled by the
KhansLargest empire in history
“Man’s highest joy is in victory: to conquer one’s enemies, to pursue them, to deprive them of their possessions, to make their beloved weep, to ride on their horses, and to embrace their wives and daughters”
-Genghis Khan
EXPANDING THE EMPIREBegan as several warring tribes
United under Genghis Khan in 1206Expanded through fear and sex
Destroyed citiesIntermarried with the conquered
RULERSGenghis Khan – “Universal Ruler”Hulegu Khan – grandson of
Genghis; sacked Baghdad and hated Islam.
Kublai Khan – grandson of Genghis; completed conquest of China and established the Yuan Dynasty.
PAX MONGOLICA“Mongol Peace”So few people outside of Mongol
rule equals less competition.Less competition = less violence
“A maiden bearing a nugget of gold on her head could wander safely through the realm”
SILK ROADSilk Road
becomes the dominant method of travel
Unification of Eurasia meant safety and security
YOU DECIDE IN 6-8 SENTENCES!
“Man’s highest joy is in victory: to conquer one’s enemies, to pursue them, to deprive them of their possessions, to make their beloved weep, to ride on their horses, and to embrace their wives and daughters”
“A maiden bearing a nugget of gold on her head could wander safely through the realm”
The Mongols were awful!
The Mongols were great!