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Modern Conflicts

The 21st century may be the most peaceful in history so far, but we are still not completely free from wars and conflicts. From 1980 to the present day, Modern Conflicts explores recent struggles between nations and peoples.

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Season 6

1. The Black Hawk Down Incident
0.0Jan 23, 2026 · 32 min
In October of 1993, the US military attempted to use helicopters to conduct a raid in Somalia to capture two wanted militants. However, what was initially planned to be a quick 1 hour in-and-out mission turned into a brutal 17 hour-long battle after three of the American helicopters participating in the raid were shot down. This is the whole story of the Black Hawk Down Incident.

Modern Conflicts

Season 6

1. The Black Hawk Down Incident