This Day in History: 1336-04-09

(9 April) The founder of the Timurid Empire, Amir Timur was born in Kesh (now Shahrisabz, Uzbekistan) during the rule of Chagatai Khanate. Widely regarded as one of the greatest military leaders and tacticians in history, Timur moved like a whirlwind through Eurasia and left a name familiar throughout the world.