Mongol invasion of Alania

Mongol invasion of Alania
Part of the Mongol invasions
Map of the Mongol Empire
Date 1238–1240 Location Alania, North Caucasus Result Inconclusive Territorial changes The Mongols conquered the Alan plains, bringing much of the region under their control, but the coastal and mountainous areas of Alania resisted and remained independent.
Belligerents
Mongol Empire	Kingdom of Alania and allied tribes
Commanders and leaders
Ögedei Khan	Various Alan tribal leaders
Strength
60,000–120,000, including Mongol and allied forces[1]	Unknown

The Mongol invasion of Alania was a significant campaign during the western expansion of the Mongol Empire, primarily targeting the Alans between 1238 and 1240. This campaign is noted for its complex military operations and the integration of local tribes into the Mongol military system.^[2]