Question

What does John of Plano Carpini seem to suggest about the Mongols’ attitude toward battle?

Answer 1

Answer with Explanation:

John of Plano Carpini is one of the Franciscan monks who was sent by the Pope in Rome to the east in order to discourage the Mongols to have further attacks on the European nation. John's encounter with the Mongols was written in his book entitled "Ystoria Mongalorum."

According to John, Genghis Khan placed captains among his Tartars. He is the one responsible for leading hundreds to thousands of armies. He needs to have two longs bows, an axe, two containers filled with arrows and a rope. They also have horses in order to cover far distances. They also need to have helmet in order to protect them during the war.

It is also said that anyone who retreats from the group, will be slain. However if the whole group consents to retreat, it is amenable. They prefer to choose the place for the battle (such as the plain). This allows them to see everything around them. The Tartars are always ready for battle and always practice mischief in order to win.