The empire known for its conquests across Europe and parts of Asia under Genghis Khan was the Mongol Empire. Founded in the early 13th century, it rapidly became the largest contiguous empire in history, extending from Eastern Europe across Asia. Genghis Khan, born as Temüjin, unified the Mongolian tribes and implemented innovative military strategies, including mobility and psychological warfare, enabling his forces to conquer vast territories. The Mongol Empire facilitated extensive trade and communication across Eurasia, contributing to cultural exchanges and the transmission of ideas, technologies, and commodities along the Silk Road. Its legacy continues to influence the regions it once encompassed.