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317 How One Ancient Technology Helped Kublai Khan Conquer China

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SlashGear · 06/16/2025 09:45 EDT

How One Ancient Technology Helped Kublai Khan Conquer China

Discover the ancient technology that gave Kublai Khan a strategic edge in conquering China and shaping the course of history.

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