1206 AD
Temüjin is proclaimed Genghis Khan
A steppe assembly recognizes the ruler of the united Mongols.
- Time period
- 1206 AD
- Region
- Asia
- Theme
- Politics
- Civilization
- Mongol Empire
At an assembly in 1206, Temüjin adopted the title Genghis Khan. His consolidation of the Mongolian steppe provided the foundation for the Mongol Empire.