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Khan
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Copyright: Benjamin Voborsky (vagabondtravels) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1298 W: 85 N: 1112] (5904)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2006-08-05
Categories: Event
Camera: Nikon D200, Nikkor 17-55 2.8
Exposure: f/2.8, 1/2500 seconds
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2007-03-04 5:50
Viewed: 1713
Points: 32
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Genghis Khan (help·info) or Temüjin by birthname, (IPA: [ʧiŋgɪs χaːŋ], Mongolian: Чингис Хаан (see below for alternative spellings)), (c. 1162[1]–August 18, 1227) was a Mongol political and military leader or Khan (Ruler) (posthumously Khagan (Emperor)[2]) who united the Mongol tribes and founded the Mongol Empire (Yeke Mongol Ulus, Екэ Монгол Улус), (1206 – 1368), the largest contiguous empire in world history. Born to the name Temüjin in the Borjigin clan (Тэмүүжин), he forged a powerful army based on merit to become one of the most successful military leaders in history.

While his image in some regions of the world has traditionally been that of a ruthless and bloodthirsty conqueror[3], Genghis Khan is an iconic and beloved figure in Mongolia, where he is seen as the father of the Mongol Nation (see also Mongolia). Before becoming a Khan, Temüjin eliminated and united many of the nomadic tribes of north East Asia and Central Asia under a social identity as the "Mongols."

Genghis Khan was born between 1150 and 1160. In his early childhood, he learned how to ride a horse. Later when he was six years old, he was allowed to participate in hunting expeditions with his clan/tribe. At around the age of nine, his tribal leader father was poisoned and he and his household were driven away by his clan that thought he was too young to rule. Taught by his mother, he became leader of his family and learned how to care for and protect others which would later be important for controlling an empire.

In the middle of his life when he was in his 40s or 50s, after creating the Mongol nation, Genghis Khan set out on conquests and defeated the Jin Dynasty. He learned much from the Chinese including siege warfare. He also used diplomacy. However, in the case of the Khwarezmid Empire, diplomacy failed, and he resolved the situation with warfare. Through these means, Genghis Khan created one of the most powerful empires in history. Starting with the invasion of Western Xia and Jin Dynasty in northern China and consolidating through numerous conquests including the Khwarezmid Empire in Persia, Mongol rule across the Eurasian landmass radically altered the demography and geopolitics of these areas. The Mongol Empire ended up ruling, or at least briefly conquering, large parts of modern day China, Mongolia, Russia, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Georgia, Iraq, Iran, Turkey, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Afghanistan, Turkmenistan, Moldova, South Korea, North Korea, and Kuwait.

Genghis Khan died in 1227 for reasons that remain unclear. He is widely regarded as one of the most significant leaders in history. His sons and grandsons controlled the empire after his death and the empire grew and endured for over 150 years.

-wikipedia
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Hi Benjamin,
Placement of the subject is just perfect... well composed. Color and sharpness is also very good. Excellent!

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  • irimi Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 134 W: 32 N: 183] (861)
  • [2007-03-04 6:48]

Excellent depth of field, sharpness and expression. I also liked the background.

Well done
Ahmet

This is a wonderful series of yours. You are telling of an event which is certainly new to me and I suspect many others here.
A very good portrait with a large aperture which has worked well to separate the subject from the background. The composition is perfect with the man off-centred and looking into the frame. The shadow across his face tells us about the design of the helmet.
Good work
Kath
I hope your leg is on the mend. :)
K

Benjamin: couldn't navigate the whole note, but your pic is center bull for quality and technical aspects. Great to include the bokehed yurt as well. best, c

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  • xuaxo Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2617 W: 179 N: 2433] (4089)
  • [2007-03-04 14:49]

Hi Ben,
This is Genghis Khan? Very nice portrait in this amazing series of travel in time.
F

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  • tabora Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1196 W: 297 N: 1565] (12616)
  • [2007-03-04 15:21]

Bonsoir Benjamin,
La prise en biez et l'ombre sur les yeux donne un superbe portrait de ce descendant de Genjis Kan, les détails sont bien nets sur le personnage.
A+ Joseph

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  • stego Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3747 W: 629 N: 5015] (15266)
  • [2007-03-04 19:12]

Hi Benjamin,
This series of yours is really something. This one is a very effective portrait, with amazing sharpness and light and a very wise compo - you put him in context while blurring the bg so it doesn't interfere with the main subject.
He is a much expressive model and you captured it very neatly.
Regards, José.

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  • leo61 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3713 W: 343 N: 7449] (31756)
  • [2007-03-05 2:38]

Hi Ben!
Your serie of from this event is great and this is a well composed image with the traditional tents as background for this portrait.Good light and sharpness at him and I like his expression.
Regards,Leo

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  • delkoo Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3869 W: 235 N: 5055] (24828)
  • [2007-03-05 3:06]

hi Benjamin

nice portrait of this terrific soldier off-centred, fine photo and precious details
.regards

didier

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  • vincz Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2997 W: 85 N: 5051] (17520)
  • [2007-03-05 3:32]

Hi Benjamin, your mongolian serie is definitely stunning. very high quality and so informative. Congratulations.

Hi Benjamin,
Magnificent portrait with excellent depth of field and sharpness. I like the colours and how you framed the picture.
TFS and greetings
Aires

Bonsoir Benjamin,
Superbe série sur ces soldat Mongols, plus vrais que Genghis Khan!
Amitiés.
max

hi benji...
nice capture with good exposure... nice colors and focusing...
nice attribute to great genghis khan....
take care,
pramod

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  • muzz Silver Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 28 W: 4 N: 63] (250)
  • [2007-03-18 5:09]

Heloo Benjamin
Beautiful and sharp portrait of the tough guys.. finally can see more of Mongolia through you.. nice note too TFS
Regards Muzz

Good photo and note.Congratulations.

seeing him, we feel set back in the time of gengis khaan ! a really good portrait !

daniel

Hello Benjamin!
Great portrait! Interesting story! Good composition! Verz nice colors and details! Excellent photo!
TFS, Best regards, Zorica

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