The Mongols: More than just Another Nomadic Tribe
The Mongol people were an atypical nomadic people. Unlike other nomads, these warriors were not farmers, nor did they contribute to the development of civilizations. Their focus was simple: overtaking and dominating others.
While farming was not advantageous for the Mongols, they did seek to domesticate animals. This sufficed in enriching their food supply and their ability to create other products. Additionally, their culture was void of elaborate designs; there were no impressive agricultural wonders produced by the Mongols, instead they worked to promote equality across the boundaries of gender stereotypes.
While many cultures saw women as inferior to men, the Mongolians saw women as invaluable contributors. Mongolian women made many contributions, serving as mentors and outspoken members of society regarding military matters. In short, the Mongolians realized that it took everyone working together to maintain supremacy and dominance.
Without a doubt, the Mongols were unique in their warrior-like ways. Certainly, they do not fit the stereotypical concept of a pastoral nomadic tribe.
What made the Mongols so different from others living in the same time frame?
