The Most Historically Accurate Hollywood Films

Joyeux Noel

Joyeux Noel tells the story of the WWI Christmas truce, as seen from the French, British, and German soldier's perspectives. The film manages to evoke a touching message despite the hardships of the Western Front. On that day, soldiers laid down their weapons, spent time together, and connected as people rather than enemies. Though it might seem unbelievable, it's a completely true story. 

Advertisement

Next Page →

The More You Know

  • Ketchup was known to treat diarrhea and was used as medicine. Even made into pills.
  • Cleopatra lived closer to the moon landing than to the building of the pyramids.
  • Arnold Schwarzenegger practiced with guns every day for a month to prepare for The Terminator.
  • The shortest war in history was between England and Zanzibar, and only lasted 38 minutes.
Next Page →