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Amir Temur, also known as Tamerlane, was a significant military leader and statesman born in 1336 in present-day Uzbekistan, who established the Timurid Empire in the 14th century. He is renowned for his military campaigns across Persia, India, and Anatolia, as well as for transforming Samarkand into a cultural hub. Temur's legacy includes the 'Temur Tuzuklari' code of governance, and he is celebrated as a national hero in Uzbekistan.

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Amir Temur Final Presentation With Design

Amir Temur, also known as Tamerlane, was a significant military leader and statesman born in 1336 in present-day Uzbekistan, who established the Timurid Empire in the 14th century. He is renowned for his military campaigns across Persia, India, and Anatolia, as well as for transforming Samarkand into a cultural hub. Temur's legacy includes the 'Temur Tuzuklari' code of governance, and he is celebrated as a national hero in Uzbekistan.

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Amir Temur – The Great Conqueror

• A presentation about one of history's greatest military leaders and statesmen.


Known in the West as Tamerlane, Amir Temur was
[Image: the founder of the Timurid
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Empire and a visionary leader.
Introduction
• Amir Temur, also known as Tamerlane, was born in 1336 near Shahrisabz in
present-day Uzbekistan. He was a military genius and a powerful statesman who
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established a vast empire in the 14th century. His influence shaped much of
Central Asia, the Middle East, and beyond.
Early Life and Background
• Temur was born into the Barlas tribe, which had Mongol roots but had been
Turkified. He grew up in a politically unstable environment,
[Image: slide_3.jpg] which helped him
develop his strategic and leadership skills early. A wound in his leg and hand
earned him the nickname 'Timur the Lame' or Tamerlane.
Path to Power
• In the midst of chaos and fragmentation, Temur skillfully formed alliances and
asserted control over key regions. By 1370,[Image:
he had become the ruler of Samarkand
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and began to expand his influence through military campaigns.
Military Achievements
• Temur led successful campaigns across Persia, the Caucasus, Mesopotamia, India,
and Anatolia. Notably, he defeated the Golden [Image:Horde, captured Delhi in 1398, and
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triumphed over the Ottoman Sultan Bayezid I at the Battle of Ankara in 1402. His
tactics and strategy are still studied in military academies today.
Cultural Contributions and City
Building
• Temur transformed Samarkand into a cultural and architectural masterpiece,
inviting artisans, architects, and scholars from across
[Image: his empire. He built
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magnificent structures such as the Bibi-Khanym Mosque and the Gur-e-Amir
mausoleum. He promoted Islamic culture, science, and education.
Temur Tuzuklari – The Code of
Temur
• Temur composed a set of political and military rules known as the 'Temur
Tuzuklari'. These codes emphasized justice,[Image:
discipline, and effective governance.
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His famous quote, 'Power lies in justice. Justice lies in order,' reflects his governing
philosophy.
Leadership and Character
• Amir Temur was known for his intelligence, decisiveness, bravery, and strategic
thinking. He valued talent and loyalty, and was
[Image:deeply religious. Despite his
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harshness in war, he was also a builder and visionary.
Death and Legacy
• Temur died in 1405 while planning a campaign to conquer China. His empire
eventually fragmented, but his descendants, including
[Image: the famous astronomer
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Ulugh Beg, continued his legacy. Today, he is remembered as a national hero in
Uzbekistan.
Conclusion
• Amir Temur was more than a conqueror—he was a nation-builder, a patron of
culture, and a symbol of strength and vision. His slide_10.jpg]
[Image: life continues to inspire
generations and remains a proud chapter in the history of Central Asia.

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