Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.

This week: 9th to 15th February

13th February 1258 - Five centuries of Abbasid rule ends when Baghdad falls to the Mongols. 11th February 1990 - Nelson Mandela is released from prison after 27 years. 15th February 1971 - Britain converts to decimal currency.

Presented by Jane Steel and Ron Brown.