First Civilizations

Trade

Examine an ancient civilization unlike any other, that of the Indus Valley. Rather than imposing order through war or religion, it relied on the free flow of trade. The exchange of goods promoted wealth, co-operation and trust.

Trade

53m 40s

Examine an ancient civilization unlike any other, that of the Indus Valley. Rather than imposing order through war or religion, it relied on the free flow of trade. The exchange of goods promoted wealth, co-operation and trust.

Previews + Extras

  • Episode 4 Preview | Trade: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 4 Preview | Trade

    S1 E4 - 30s

    Examine an ancient civilization unlike any other, that of the Indus Valley. Rather than imposing order through war or religion, it relied on the free flow of trade. The exchange of goods promoted wealth, co-operation and trust.

  • Rise of International Trade: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Rise of International Trade

    S1 E4 - 3m 13s

    Archaeologist Jeff Rose examines the history of a petroglyph in Oman and its connection to the rise of international trade.

  • The Merchant's Seal: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    The Merchant's Seal

    S1 E4 - 2m 37s

    The merchant’s seal was a guarantee of quality goods.

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