Börte: Genghis Khan's Queen and Partner in Empire

In this episode, we explore the life and influence of Börte, the primary wife of Genghis Khan. From her marriage to the young Temüjin, to her kidnapping by the Merkits and dramatic rescue, Börte's story is woven into the fabric of the Mongol Empire's founding. We discuss her political acumen, her role as an advisor, the controversy over the paternity of her first son Jochi, and how she managed the vast household that underpinned Genghis's campaigns. Drawing from the Secret History of the Mongols and other sources, we uncover how Börte's resilience and intelligence helped shape the succession and the unity of the Mongol nation. This is a side of Genghis Khan's story often overlooked, but essential to understanding the empire's rise. #GenghisKhan #Börte #MongolEmpire #SecretHistoryoftheMongols #Merkit #Jamukha #Toghrul #Jochi #Ögedei #Chagatai #Tolui #CentralAsia #SteppeHistory #MongolWomen #qatun #EmpireBuilding #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo