Orda Khan

MedievalEmperorGolden Horde1204 — 1251

Eldest son of Jochi, founder of White Horde.

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Quick Facts

Born

1204

Died

1251

Country

Golden Horde

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)48

Political (20%)26

Influence (20%)49

Legacy (20%)39

Leadership (15%)45

Strategy (15%)41

Total Score41.7

Orda Khan — Complete Timeline

1227 AD

Founded the White HordePolitical Action◆ Major

Orda Khan, as the eldest son of Jochi, inherited the eastern part of the Jochid ulus after his father's death in 1227. He established the White Horde, a semi-autonomous khanate within the Mongol Empire, ruling over the steppes of modern-day Kazakhstan.

White HordeMongol EmpireJochi

Impact: regionalconstructive

1236 AD

Participated in the Mongol Invasion of EuropeWar◆ Major

Orda Khan led his forces as part of the Mongol invasion of Europe under Batu Khan. He commanded troops in the campaigns against the Rus' principalities, Poland, and Hungary, contributing to the Mongol conquest of Eastern Europe.

Mongol InvasionEuropeBatu Khan

Impact: regionaldestructive

1242 AD

Subordinated to Batu KhanPolitical Action

After the Mongol withdrawal from Europe in 1242, Orda Khan acknowledged the supremacy of his younger brother Batu Khan, who established the Golden Horde. Orda's White Horde remained a vassal, paying tribute and providing military support.

Golden HordeVassalageBatu Khan

Impact: regional