The dynasty was established by Kublai Khan, a grandson of Genghis Khan, who founded the Mongol Empire. Kublai twice attempted to invade Japan during the Kamakura Period (1185-1333). Japanese and ...
The Mongol Empire attempted to invade Japan in 1274 and 1281, both during the Kamakura Period (1185-1333). It is believed that about 4,400 ships came to the area in the second invasion attempt.
The Mongol Empire, the largest contiguous empire the world has ever known, had, among other things, a goodly number of falconers, poultry raisers, birdcatchers, cooks, and other experts on various ...