The Bizarre Rules Genghis Khan’s Army Had To Abide By

Mandatory Army Service

Khan’s army wasn’t created out of thin air. He realized that to truly dominate the regions he did, he was going to need enough men to help him get there. By making joining the army mandatory for all young people, Khan didn’t have to bank on getting people in based on their free will. This was a rule that nobody could avoid, and defecting led to the severe punishment of death or shame on your family.

Mandatory Army Service