Peaky Blinders Timeline ( Real )

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September 12, 2013

First Broadcast of Peaky Blinders

Peaky Blinders TV show first aired on BBC Two, bringing the story of the Shelby family and their gang to a wide audience.

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January 2017

Peaky Blinders Renewed for Fourth Season

BBC officially announced the renewal of Peaky Blinders for its fourth season, confirming continuing success of the series.

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January 2020

Peaky Blinders Series Finale Announced

The BBC announced that the sixth season of Peaky Blinders will be the final season, marking the end of the show’s broadcast run.

Peaky Blinders Timeline ( Fictional )

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1919

Billy Kimber Gang Conflict

Tommy Shelby’s Peaky Blinders clash with the rival Billy Kimber gang, securing dominance over Small Heath.

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1919

Post-WWI Return of Thomas Shelby

Thomas Shelby returns from World War I, reorganizing the Peaky Blinders and beginning to expand their influence.

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1920

Acquisition of the Betting Shop

The Peaky Blinders open their own betting shop, strengthening their control over local gambling operations.

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1921

Arrest and Trial of Thomas Shelby

Tommy Shelby is arrested for illegal activities but manages to manipulate the legal system and avoid conviction.

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1922

Expansion to London

Peaky Blinders expand operations to London, coming into conflict with other gangs and the police.

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1922

Meeting with Inspector Chester Campbell

Thomas Shelby engages with Inspector Campbell, an opponent sent from Belfast to restore order.

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1919

Attempted Assassination of Billy Kimber

Tommy Shelby orchestrates the assassination of Billy Kimber to solidify control over Birmingham and surrounding territories.

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1921

Tommy's Marriage to Grace Burgess

Tommy Shelby marries undercover agent Grace Burgess, an event that affects trust and Shelby’s operations.

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1922

The Shelby Company Ltd Formation

Tommy formalizes the Shelby family businesses under The Shelby Company Ltd to facilitate expansion and legitimize operations.

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1923

Peaky Blinders’ Coal Mine Acquisition

The Shelbys acquire a coal mine, expanding their legitimate and illegitimate business interests.