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A History of the World in 100 ObjectsEmpire Builders (300 BC - AD 10)Episodes

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  1. Head of Augustus

    5/5The 2000 year old bronze head of one of the world's most famous rulers - Caesar Augustus

  2. Chinese Han lacquer cup

    4/5Neil MacGregor's world history told through objects arrives in Han Dynasty China

  3. Rosetta Stone

    3/5Neil MacGregor with one of the past's most recognisable objects; the Rosetta Stone

  4. Pillar of Ashoka

    2/5Neil MacGregor on the life and legacy of the great Indian ruler Ashoka

  5. Head of Alexander

    1/5Neil MacGregor is with the great rulers of the world over 2000 years ago.