Book of Description of Countries: The Mongols and Their Impacts

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From Francis Balducci Pegolotti, Book of Description of Countries
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1 How should we assess the Mongols and their impacts? Negatively, positively,
or a little of both? Support your analysis with evidence from the documents.
From the readings provided, it is evident that the Mongols used brutal methods of conquest. Besides, the readings illustrate that the Mongols’ regime was harsh and exploitative, especially in Eurasia (Francesco Balducci Pegolotti). Although the Mongols’ regime was harsh, the readings illustrate the importance of the Mongol Empire as a trade facilitator and its relevance in permitting the exchange of ideas and technologies. The authors of the provided readings opine that Mongols could mobilize and organize their troops, which is a skill that explains their military prowess (Johannes et al.). Accordingly, the Mongols were highly tolerant of most religions during the early Mongol Empire and often sponsored several simultaneously. For instance, the Mongols even offered tax benefits to the clerics of Daoism, Buddhism, Nestorian Christianity, and Islam to win their support (Rubruck). The acceptance of these religions helped Eurasian...