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Conflict between Temüjin and Jamukha

Type Event Region Mongolian steppe Time c. 1190–1197

In the late 12th century, Temüjin and his anda Jamukha moved from alliance to open confrontation;…

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  1. c. 1189–1190Mongolian steppe · Mongolian steppeJamukha, allied with various tribes, was acclaimed as 'Gur Khan', openly rivaling Temüjin, and steppe tribes began taking sides.
  2. c. 1190Dalan-bazhun · Mongolian steppeTemüjin and Jamukha clashed at Dalan-bazhun; Temüjin lost the initial engagement but with limited losses. This battle marked the complete shift from anda alliance to military confrontation.
  3. c. 1196–1197Mongolian steppe · Mongolian steppeJamukha's harsh treatment of his followers and indiscriminate killing of surrenderers led many of his old retainers and allies to defect to Temüjin, steadily weakening Jamukha's coalition.

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