The Mark of Empire
Singaporean curator and scholar Peter Lee explores the history of four Southeast Asian empires that made their mark on the world. Travelling from Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia to Indonesia, Peter explores ancient ruins, epic legends and vibrant traditions to chart the rise and fall of four distinct empires, and how their legacy still shapes cultures and identities in the region today.
- 2020-2023
- 2 seasons
- The History Channel Latin America
- Documentary
Singaporean curator and scholar Peter Lee explores the history of four Southeast Asian empires that made their mark on the world. Travelling from Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia to Indonesia, Peter explores ancient ruins, epic legends and vibrant traditions to chart the rise and fall of four distinct empires, and how their legacy still shapes cultures and identities in the region today.
Season 2 Episode Guide
4 Episodes 2023
Episode 1
Warriors of Tokugawa
47 mins
Singaporean curator and scholar Peter Lee travels to Japan to uncover the legacy of the Tokugawa shogunate while trying his hand at samurai swordsmanship and making fine porcelain and sushi.
Episode 2
Joseon's Defenders
47 mins
Peter Lee embarks on an adventure across South Korea to uncover the legacy of the Joseon Dynasty while trying his hand at archery and testing his Korean skills in a classroom.
Episode 3
Merchants of Ryukyu
47 mins
Peter Lee journeys to Japan's Ryukyu Islands to better understand its vibrant history, learn the art of Kobudo fighting and search for underwater artifacts.
Episode 4
Descendants of Ainu
47 mins
Peter Lee travels to Hokkaido to learn about the indigenous Ainu people as he tries out ancient crafts and discovers how their culture was almost lost.