Mulan Timeline ( Real )

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Circa 4th-6th century

Legend of Hua Mulan Origin

The earliest known versions of the Ballad of Mulan, the Chinese legend upon which the movie is based, originated during the Northern Wei dynasty in the 4th to 6th century.

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June 19, 1998

First Disney Mulan Film Release

Disney released the animated film 'Mulan,' bringing the legend to a global audience with its 1998 debut.

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2017

Live-Action Mulan Production Begins

Production for Disney's live-action adaptation of Mulan officially started, signaling the commencement of filming.

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September 4, 2020

Live-Action Mulan Film Release

Disney released the live-action adaptation of Mulan, blending elements of the original legend with new storylines.

Mulan Timeline ( Fictional )

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Early Spring, Year of the Dragon

Mulan Meets the Matchmaker

Mulan prepares to meet the matchmaker as per traditional expectations for women in her village.

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Late Spring, Year of the Dragon

Hua Mulan Joins the Army

Mulan takes her sick father's place in the army by disguising herself as a man to defend China from the Huns.

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Early Summer, Year of the Dragon

Training Camp Begins

Mulan and other conscripts undergo rigorous training to prepare for battle against the Hunnic army.

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Midsummer, Year of the Dragon

Mulan Saves Her Battalion

During battle in the snowy mountains, Mulan uses her wit to launch a cannon attack that defeats the Huns and saves her comrades.

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Late Summer, Year of the Dragon

Mulan's True Identity is Revealed

Mulan's gender is discovered when she is wounded and tended to by her fellow soldiers, causing conflict among her peers.

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Autumn, Year of the Dragon

Mulan Returns Home

After the war, Mulan returns to her family and village, reconciling with her parents and community.

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Late Autumn, Year of the Dragon

Mulan Meets the Emperor

Mulan is honored by the Emperor of China for her bravery in defeating the Huns and saving the empire.