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Baraka Khan

Type Figure Region Golden Horde Time c. 1220–1267 Also known as Baraka

Baraka Khan (c. 1220–1267) was a prince of the Golden Horde and brother of Berke Khan.…

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  1. 1261–1265Sarai · Lower VolgaDuring his brother Berke's rule of the Golden Horde, Baraka was active at the khan's court as a member of the royal family, taking part in the khanate's political and military affairs, which paved the way for his brief succession.
  2. 1266–1267Sarai · Lower VolgaAfter Berke's death Baraka briefly succeeded as khan of the Golden Horde but failed to consolidate power; in 1267 he was overthrown and executed by his nephew Möngke Temür, becoming a transitional ruler in the succession.

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