Rambo Timeline ( Real )

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October 22, 1982

Release of First Rambo Film

The first film in the Rambo franchise, titled 'First Blood,' was released, introducing the character John Rambo.

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May 22, 1985

Release of Rambo: First Blood Part II

The second installment, 'Rambo: First Blood Part II,' was released, continuing the adventures of John Rambo and solidifying the franchise's popularity.

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May 25, 1988

Release of Rambo III

The third film, 'Rambo III,' was released, featuring Rambo's mission in Afghanistan during the Soviet-Afghan War.

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January 25, 2008

Release of Rambo (2008)

A fourth film simply titled 'Rambo' was released, depicting John Rambo's involvement in the Myanmar civil war.

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September 20, 2019

Release of Rambo: Last Blood

The fifth official film in the franchise, 'Rambo: Last Blood,' was released, concluding John Rambo's story arc.

Rambo Timeline ( Fictional )

background
1960s

John Rambo serves in Vietnam War

John Rambo serves as a highly decorated Green Beret in the Vietnam War, participating in intense combat missions.

achievement
Late 1960s

Rambo receives Medal of Honor

John Rambo is awarded the Medal of Honor for his valor and service during the Vietnam War.

background
Early 1970s

Rambo returns to the United States

After the war, Rambo returns to the United States but struggles to adjust to civilian life due to PTSD and societal rejection.

conflict
1978

Rambo arrested in Hope, Washington

Rambo is arrested by Sheriff Teasle while passing through Hope, leading to a confrontation due to his PTSD and veteran status.

conflict
1978

Rambo escapes and fights local law enforcement

Rambo escapes custody and uses guerrilla tactics against the local police, showcasing his combat skills and survival instincts.

resolution
1978

Rambo rescued by Colonel Trautman

Colonel Samuel Trautman intervenes to stop the conflict, rescuing Rambo and helping him avoid further trouble.

mission
1985

Rambo helps rescue POWs in Vietnam

Rambo returns to Vietnam on a covert mission to rescue American prisoners of war believed to be held captive.

mission
1988

Rambo fights Burmese army to save missionaries

Rambo travels to Burma to rescue Christian missionaries captured by a brutal military regime.

conflict
2008

Rambo comes to aid a small town and confronts corrupt sheriff and mercenaries

Rambo is forced out of retirement to confront a corrupt sheriff and mercenaries threatening a small town on the Mexican border.

mission
2019

Rambo embarks on a mission to rescue kidnapped Christian aid workers in Myanmar

Rambo leads a mission into war-torn Myanmar to rescue kidnapped Christian aid workers from a hostile regime.