Based on a True Story

This Week: Troy, Chernobyl

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In this episode, we'll learn about historical events between April 22nd and April 28th 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

  • Troy | BOATS #133
  • Chernobyl | BOATS Miniseries


    Birthdays from This Week in History

    • Vladimir Lenin in The King's Man
    • Marcus Aurelius in Gladiator
    • Ulysses S. Grant in Lincoln


      • Movies Released This Week in History

      • True History of the Kelly Gang


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