Mongol-Tatar Warrior (Golden Horde), Middle Ages, 12-13th century.

“A CHILLY NIGHT SETTLES ACROSS the grassy knolls of the Mongolian steppe. Then, all at once, the thunder of galloping horses pierces the quiet. Screams erupt as the cavalry charges Kublai Kha…

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