Those who were adept and brave fellows I have made military commanders. Those who were quick and nimble I have made herders of horses. Those who were not adept I have given a small whip and sent to be shepherds.
— Genghis Khan Medieval

Mongol Empire founder

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Explaining his system of merit-based appointments and division of labor.

Date / Period

During the reorganization of his followers

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Humorous

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