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People from Central Asia when united ended up creating the largest single land empire in history.

Also known as Temujin; he united the Mongol tribes into an unstoppable fighting force; created largest single land empire in history.

Dynasty in China set up by the Mongols under the leadership of Kublai Khan, replaced the Song (1279-1368)

(1215-1294) Grandson of Genghis Khan and founder of the Mongol Yuan Dynasty in China.

The Silk Road was a network of trade routes, formally reopened during the Yuan Dynasty of China, which linked the regions of the ancient world in commerce.

a tablet carried by Mongol officials and envoys to signify certain privileges and authority.

The Travels of Marco Polo

book written about Marco Polo's travels to Asia; a primary source made Europe more aware of China's tremendous wealth and size

Italian explorer who wrote about his travels to Central Asia and China.

Mediterranean Island owned by Spain; major Mediterranean sea port

the hinged plate at the back and bottom of a boat, used for steering. Invented by Vikings

lateen sails and square rigs (sails)

combination of these helped Europeans construct ships mobile enough to sail against wind, engage in naval warfare, and also large enough to carry heavy goods. Square sail from Vikings, lateen sail from Muslims

An instrument used by sailors to determine their location by observing the position of the stars and planets. Improved upon in Spain

an instrument that shows the direction of magnetic north; invented in China

Portolan charts

Early navigational maps of the sea; developed in Mediterranean

Great spice port of India where da Gama landed and traded