Bangkok--12 Sep--Image Impact The History Channel Brings Ancient Empires to Life with Emmy-nominated Engineering an Empire Stunning new series examines the world’s first superpowers through their most important architectural achievements, The History Channel, the only international, 24-hour network dedicated to bringing the power and passion of history to life, takes a fresh look at the world’s ancient empires in an exciting new weekly series, Engineering an Empire, starting Sunday, September 23, 2007 on TrueVisions UBC Analog 23 and Digital 44 at 8:00 p.m. Each episode of this fast-paced series examines one of the world's most advanced civilizations — from the perspective of their engineering feats — using cutting-edge CGI. Shot in high definition, the one-hour weekly series takes a look at the key leaders of each empire and explores the mark each left on his or her society — by way of roads, super-fortresses, dams, temples and other structures. The series is hosted by actor and art historian Peter Weller, of “24” fame, and produced for The History Channel by KPI. After a much-coveted and successful run in the United States of America last year as well as in some select regions earlier this year, Engineering an Empire begins its run in Thailand and the Asia region with a two-hour premiere episode, Engineering an Empire: Egypt. Nominated for a 2007 Primetime Emmy? Award for Outstanding Art Direction for a Nonfiction Special, Engineering an Empire: Egypt follows in the footsteps of predecessor, Engineering an Empire: Rome, which received two Primetime Emmy? Awards in 2006 for Outstanding Nonfiction Special and Outstanding Picture Editing for Nonfiction Programming. The series debuts on 23 September 2007 with Engineering an Empire: Egypt and will be followed by seven one-hour episodes (unless specified) that take an in-depth look at the architectural feats of the following empires: September 30, 2007 China: Engineering an Empire October 7, 2007 The Byzantines: Engineering an Empire October 14, 2007 The Persians: Engineering an Empire October 21, 2007 Greece: Age of Alexander: Engineering an Empire October 28, 2007 2-hour special on Rome Rome: Engineering an Empire Da Vinci’s World: Engineering an Empire November 4, 2007 The Aztecs: Engineering an Empire Engineering an Empire is an amazing series that showcases a modern contextual understanding of the ancient marvels of architecture as well as how the past architectural greats have inspired modern day structures. Viewers of The History Channel in Thailand will have the chance to experience history like never before, and will be drawn in by its exceptional ability to reveal facts and examine history in new and different ways. About The History Channel Representing the very best in factual entertainment, The History Channel offers compelling educational and story-telling components that cover a variety of topics, including ancient history, contemporary history, military history and conflict, and technology and transport. Already available in over 130 territories in more than 230 million TV households, The History Channel now sets its footprint in Asia with a host of gripping, successful programs that reveal the power and passion of history, allowing viewers to experience history personally and connect their own lives to the great lives and events of the past. For more information, please log onto www.historychannelasia.comAbout AETN All Asia Networks AETN All Asia Networks Pte. Ltd. (AAAN) is a joint venture between A&E Television Networks (AETN) and ASTRO All Asia Entertainment Networks Limited — a subsidiary of ASTRO ALL ASIA NETWORKS plc (ASTRO). AAAN builds and operates branded channels and services across Southeast Asia and Taiwan. Headquartered in Singapore, AAAN also has operations in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. AETN All Asia Networks launched The History Channel and Crime & Investigation Network in Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand on June 15, 2007. About KPI KPI specializes in non-fiction and fiction programming and has been in business for nearly 15 years. In 2006, KPI received two Emmys for its special Rome: Engineering an Empire. The follow up, Egypt: Engineering an Empire, was the highest rated series premiere in the network’s history and their successes have led to the development of the “Empires” concept into a TV series. KPI’s clients include A&E, The National Geographic Channel, Saatchi & Saatchi, The History Channel, The Discovery Channel, CBS, Bravo, Ameriprise Financial, TLC, Discovery Health, TWI (UK), Fine Living, The Military Channel, MSNBC, Court TV and HGTV. In addition to fiction and non-fiction programming, KPI is currently working with international distributors, co-producers, media buyers, broadband distributors and book publishers. KPI’s skill set also includes underwater programming and the creation of independent projects for DVD and theatrical release. For further information, please contact: Connie Lai AETN All Asia Networks Tel: +(65) 6248 4516 E-Mail: [email protected] Chutinun Guna-Tilaka Image Impact Ltd. Tel: 0 2253 6809 — 12 Ext. 118 E-Mail: [email protected]