Heroes

Genghis Khan began life very poor. As a child, he often went hungry and survived by catching rats and small animals. His family was treated badly by other tribes, and at one point, he was even captured and made a slave. But Genghis Khan escaped and refused to give up. He learned how to survive, fight, and lead.

Over time, he raised a strong army and defeated his rivals. He united the Mongol tribes, who had been fighting each other for many years. The Mongols had often been kept out of China by the Great Wall, and many were angry about being pushed aside. Under Genghis Khan’s leadership, the Mongols became powerful and confident. He used speed, planning, and teamwork to win battles and build one of the largest empires in history.

One reason Genghis Khan was such a strong ruler was his belief in meritocracy. In many parts of the world, armies were led by rich nobles, even if they were poor leaders. Genghis Khan did things differently. He gave important jobs to people who were smart, brave, and skilled, not just rich or powerful. Soldiers could earn leadership roles by proving themselves in battle. This meant the Mongol army was led by people who knew how to fight, plan, and make good decisions. Because of this, the Mongols often outsmarted and defeated much larger armies.

Genghis Khan’s leadership showed that choosing the best people for the job can make a group stronger than wealth or family status ever could.