5 Most Deadliest Wars of All Time In The World

3. The Mongol Conquests

Death toll: 37 million – 60 million

Duration: 1207 – 1472

The Mongol Empire, established by Genghis Khan in 1206, originated in the Central Asian Steppe. By the 13th century, the empire extended from the Pacific Ocean in the east to the Danube River and the shores of the Persian Gulf in the west. At its peak, it covered approximately 23 million square km, about 22% of the Earth’s land, making it the largest joining land empire in global history. The Mongol conquests are recognized as one of the deadliest events in history.