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About The Dark and True Story of The Peaky Blinders Gang

Historian Dan Snow heads to Birmingham to discover the true story of the infamous Peaky Blinders gang. Joined by author and local historian Carl Chinn, he sorts the facts about this 19th century gang from the popular myths. This is the true story of the Peaky Blinders, the criminal gang from Birmingham made famous by a TV show of the same name. But who were the real Peaky Blinders? And how did they get their name? The true story behind the name Peaky Blinders and the emergence of gangs in Birmingham is explored in this video. Contrary to popular belief, they did not use razor blades in their caps, but instead relied on various items such as boots and belts. The police's ongoing battle with the Peaky Blinders in the 19th century led to stronger policing and initiatives to keep young men from joining gangs.

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Title
The Dark and True Story of The Peaky Blinders Gang
Runtime
21 minutes
Language
English
Publisher
History Hit

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