Black Hawk Down

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Black Hawk Down is a gripping dance of chaos and heroism in Mogadishu's urban labyrinth—where soldiers' brotherhood faces relentless waves of adversity, testing bravery against the thin veil between survival and calamity.

Black Hawk Down Trivia

What was the objective of the mission in "Black Hawk Down"? (Hard)
#1: To capture Mohamed Farrah Aidid
#2: To rescue hostages
#3: To deliver supplies
#4: To evacuate civilians
Who was the commander of the U.S. forces during the Battle of Mogadishu depicted in "Black Hawk Down"? (Hard)
#1: Major General William F. Garrison
#2: General Norman Schwarzkopf
#3: Lieutenant General Thomas S. Vandal
#4: General David Petraeus
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Black Hawk Down Fun Facts

Ridley Scott used real U.S. Army Rangers as extras to ensure authenticity.
The actors underwent a grueling four-week military boot camp to prepare for their roles.

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Mike Durant
Norm "Hoot" Hooten
Jeff Struecker
Matt Eversmann
Danny McKnight
Cliff "Elvis" Wolcott
Todd Blackburn
Randy Shughart
Gary Gordon
Michael Steele
Dominick Pilla
John Grimes
Daniel Busch
Joe "Bright" Cribbs
Erik S. Kristensen
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Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

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October 3, 1993

Battle of Mogadishu

A U.S. military mission to capture faction leader Mohamed Farrah Aidid in Mogadishu, Somalia, led to a prolonged firefight and the downing of two Black Hawk helicopters.

military-event
October 3, 1993

Downing of Black Hawk helicopters

Two Black Hawk helicopters were shot down by Somali militia, which escalated the battle and led to a rescue operation under heavy fire.

military-event
October 3-4, 1993

Rescue and extraction of soldiers

Following the helicopter crashes, U.S. forces fought intensely to rescue trapped soldiers and extract all personnel from Mogadishu.

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October 4, 1993

Casualties and aftermath

The battle resulted in 18 U.S. soldiers killed, over 70 wounded, and significant Somali militia casualties, impacting U.S. foreign policy in Somalia.

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