The True Story of Black Hawk Down
Jun 03, 2003 · 1h 32m
Overview
On October 3rd, 1993, 120 Delta Force Commandos and Army Rangers were dropped into the heart of Mogadishu, Somalia. Their mission was a fast daylight raid to kidnap lead terrorist Mohammed Farrah Aidid, who had been killing U.N. workers delivering food to starving Somalis. Aidid’s goal was to control the country by controlling all the food. The mission abruptly changed to a rescue operation. Surrounded by Somali militia, a fierce firefight ensued that left American troops trapped and fighting for their lives. The ordeal left 18 American men dead, 70 wounded, with 3,000 Somalis casualties. This brilliant documentary tells the true story of "Black Hawk Down" through the memories and voices of the American Special Forces survivors. Also included are Somali militiamen as they recount their harrowing experiences of battle.
Cast of The True Story of Black Hawk Down
Crew of The True Story of Black Hawk Down
About The True Story of Black Hawk Down
What is The True Story of Black Hawk Down about?
On October 3rd, 1993, 120 Delta Force Commandos and Army Rangers were dropped into the heart of Mogadishu, Somalia. Their mission was a fast daylight raid to kidnap lead terrorist Mohammed Farrah Aidid, who had been killing U.N. workers delivering food to starving Somalis. Aidid’s goal was to control the country by controlling all the food. The mission abruptly changed to a rescue operation…
When was The True Story of Black Hawk Down released?
The True Story of Black Hawk Down was released on June 3, 2003.
How long is The True Story of Black Hawk Down?
The True Story of Black Hawk Down runs 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).
Who is in the cast of The True Story of Black Hawk Down?
The cast of The True Story of Black Hawk Down includes David Jeremiah (Narrator).