For educational purposesbr br The story of the Universal Ruler - the man who succeeded his chieftain father at age 13 and had to struggle to overcome hostile tribes. br br Who then could have predicted the glories to come ? His military victories included the conquest of China and other empires stretching from the Black Sea to the pacific. br br A remarkable administrator and ruler, Genghis Khans system of khanites- the means by which he ruled conquered lands - lasted for more than 400 years after his death.