Remember the Titans Timeline ( Real )

biography
August 28, 1935

Birth of Herman Boone

Herman Boone, who would become the central figure depicted in Remember the Titans, was born.

education_integration
Circa 1971

Integration of T.C. Williams High School

T.C. Williams High School in Alexandria, Virginia, was integrated, leading to a racially diverse student body and football team, the basis for the movie's story.

sports
Summer 1971

Formation of the 1971 T.C. Williams High School Football Team

The racially integrated football team coached by Herman Boone was formed, marking a significant event in the school's history and inspiring the movie.

career
1971

Herman Boone Becomes Head Coach

Herman Boone was appointed head coach of the T.C. Williams High School football team, becoming a key figure in the team's journey.

sports
Fall 1971

The 1971 Football Season

The integrated T.C. Williams football team completed a successful season, going undefeated and winning the Virginia State Championship.

sports_championship
1971

Virginia High School State Championship Victory

T.C. Williams High School won the state championship in football, symbolizing a triumph over racial challenges and uniting the community.

career
Circa 1980s

Retirement of Herman Boone from coaching

Herman Boone eventually retired from coaching after his impactful career, which included the integration efforts depicted in Remember the Titans.

Remember the Titans Timeline ( Fictional )

staff_change
Summer 1971

Coach Boone Hired

Herman Boone is hired as the new head coach of the T.C. Williams High School football team amid racial integration tensions.

team_interaction
August 1971

First Team Meeting and Integration Challenges

The team holds its first meeting. Players initially resist integration, highlighting the racial tension within the team.

relationship_development
August 1971

Boone and Yoast Bonding

Coach Boone and Coach Yoast build mutual respect and friendship despite early conflicts over coaching roles and racial issues.

team_unity
August 1971

Players Unite after Gettysburg

After intense training and a team-building exercise at Gettysburg battlefield, the players begin working as one team, lowering racial barriers.

game_result
September 1971

Season Opener Victory

The Titans win their first game of the season, showing the strength of their newly united team.

team_interaction
Throughout 1971 season

Conflict and Reconciliation

Players face personal and racial conflicts but reconcile, exemplified by key moments on and off the field, such as Gerry Bertier and Julius Campbell becoming close friends.

staff_defense
Mid-1971 season

Coach Yoast Refuses Racist Pressure

Coach Yoast defies school board pressure to remove Boone, standing up for team unity and fairness.

season_result
Late 1971

Undefeated Regular Season

The Titans complete the regular season undefeated, earning respect and changing community perceptions.

championship_game
Late 1971

State Championship Victory

The Titans win the Virginia State Championship game, cementing the power of their integration and teamwork.

community_impact
Post-season 1971

Community Celebrates Team's Success

The unified Titans and their victory bring the community together, breaking down racial barriers beyond football.