The period from 650 to 1750 was when major civilizations came into contact with each other. Social, political, economic and religious beliefs were often challenged and significantly changed. It was the period when the modern world began to take shape. The program presents the rise, fall, and connections between the Byzantines, Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Mongols, and Ottomans.

Originally released by Video Education Australasia, 2016. Streaming video file encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on January 19, 2017.

The Ancient to the Modern World --(1:03) -- Roman Empire -- (1:25) -- Byzantium Empire -- (2:12) -- Anglo-Saxon Kingdoms -- (2:25) -- Viking Age -- (4:24) -- Mongol Empire -- (3:42) -- Ottoman Empire -- (2:44) -- Credits: The Ancient to the Modern World: Civilizations and Ideas -- (0:06).