Shelun Proclaims Himself Khagan

402 CE · Moğolistan · political

The Rouran leader Shelun proclaimed that he had assumed the title "Kaghan" (khagan) — the first date at which the title appears in writing.

He organised the administration in four directions: left and right heralds (advisors) and left and right army commanders. From this point on the Rouran khaganate would dominate Mongolia for 150 years, holding back the founding of the Göktürk state (552).

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What was Shelun Proclaims Himself Khagan?
The Rouran leader Shelun proclaimed that he had assumed the title "Kaghan" (khagan) — the first date at which the title appears in writing.
When did Shelun Proclaims Himself Khagan happen?
402 CE
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Moğolistan