Empire Builders - Season 1 - Eps 5: The British Empire
In the 18th century, European powers combed the South Seas, searching out unexplored lands, treasures, and people. British ships, commanded by celebrated navigators, such as Captain James Cook, led the way. British sea power led to discoveries that would lay the foundations for its empire. In this episode, we explore 10 sites that made history, and chart the rise and fall of the British empire.
About Empire Builders
Title: Empire Builders
First Air Date: 2018-02-09
Last Air Date: 2018-07-05
Status: Returning Series
Rating: 1/10 (from 1 votes)
Language: EN
Seasons: 3
Total Episodes: 10
Network: Unknown
Genres: Documentary
Production Companies: Pilot Productions
Synopsis
Throughout the centuries great empires have been erected, whose creators have governed nations, regions and continents for hundreds and even thousands of years. From the great civilizations of antiquity to the first world powers of our days, this series reviews the legacy left to us by the great empires that have written the history of humanity. Combining computer-generated images with dramatic reconstructions, experts and historians analyze the role these civilizations have played and how their heritage has survived to this day.
