17 period dramas that nailed their historical accuracy

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Hiroyuki Sanada in Shogun | Image via FXP

3) Band of Brothers (2001)

Scene from Band Of Brothers | Image via HBO Entertainment

Created by Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks, the miniseries is based on the non-fiction book by Stephen E. Ambrose. The series draws from the first-hand accounts and real-life experiences of the Easy Company, a unit of the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division, during World War II. With detailed reconstructions of key battles, authentic equipment, and settings, the miniseries immerses viewers in the harsh realities of war. It highlights personal stories and the camaraderie among soldiers, providing a human perspective on the conflict.