Based on a True Story

This Week: Sink the Bismark, Harriet, Watchmen

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In this episode, we'll learn about historical events between May 27th and June 2nd as they're shown in the movies. We'll also learn about birthdays from historical figures who have been portrayed in the movies as well as recommendations for a movie that was released this week in history.


Events from This Week in History

  • Monday: Sink the Bismark or watch it on YouTube
  • Saturday: Harriet | BOATS #187
  • Saturday: Watchmen


    • Birthdays from This Week in History

    • Walt Whitman in Beautiful Dreamers
    • Brigham Young in Hell on Wheels | BOATS #202
    • Marilyn Monroe in Blonde


      • A Historical Movie Released This Week in History

      Rocketman | Elton John's wedding footage | Elton John interview about his name


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