Ancient Powers

Name: Ancient Powers
Released: 2023-06-15T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Terence Maynard

TV Show · History · Documentary

Telling the extraordinary story of how ancient civilisations developed. Reveals the tools, technologies, strategies and systems that decided the fate of ancient powers as they fought wars, battled the climate, and established rich cultures.

2023 · 48m

Starring Terence Maynard

EPISODE 1

Origins

In a brutal world where nature is both friend and foe, the ancient powers are just beginning. They must use all their skill and ingenuity to shape their territory and establish their cultures.

42 min
EPISODE 2

Building Your Empire

In an unpredictable world, the ancient powers must lay down the foundations of their societies to show their strength, protect their people and ultimately build their way to glory.

42 min
EPISODE 3

Making Money

To pay for armies and other costs, the ancient powers had to tax territories and monetise their assets. But in this world of commerce, ancient societies stored their wealth in different ways.

42 min
EPISODE 4

Kill or Be Killed

In a world where enemies watch for weakness, the ancient powers must use all their strength and cunning to defend their people, conquer new lands, and rise to the challenge of the battlefield.

41 min
EPISODE 5

Law and Order

In an unruly world, the ancient powers must lead their people, create ways to govern and keep rebellion at bay. To achieve this, they may invent caste systems, organise gladiatorial games or turn to gods.

42 min
EPISODE 6

End Game

Though the ancient powers have endured for centuries, their destruction is close at hand. However, some will leave lasting legacies that will continue to shape the world long after their downfall.

43 min

Terence Maynard

Narrator
Simon Winchcombe

Producer
Amanda Lyon

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