Storm from the East: From Genghis Khan to Khubilai Khan

Season 1

January 1, 1993

4Episodes

Episodes

1. Birth of an Empire

January 1, 1993

45 min

This episode examines how Genghis Khan emerged from obscurity, united the Mongol tribes under his banner, and transformed an obscure nomadic people into a most formidable fighting machine.

2. World Conquerors

January 8, 1993

45 min

This episode explores the power and influence of the Mongol Empire, under the rule of Genghis Khan and his son, Ogodei.

3. Tartar Crusaders

January 15, 1993

45 min

By the middle of the 13th century, Europe was reeling from the Mongol invasion. A monk visited and saw the enthronement of Genghis Khan and preparations for the Holy Land invasion.

4. Last Khan of Khans

January 22, 1993

45 min

This episode traces the life of the fifth Great Khan, Kublai Khan, who preferred to make his home in China, where he ruled as the first emperor of the Yuan dynasty.