Netflix's 'Surviving Black Hawk Down' Revisits the Battle of Mogadishu

The new docuseries offers a multifaceted look at the 1993 conflict, highlighting perspectives from U.S. soldiers and Somali civilians.

The three-part Netflix documentary, produced by Ridley Scott, examines the 1993 Battle of Mogadishu, focusing on both American military personnel and Somali civilians impacted by the conflict.
The Battle of Mogadishu began as a U.S. raid to capture Somali warlord Mohamed Farrah Aidid's associates but escalated into a deadly confrontation, resulting in the deaths of 18 American soldiers and hundreds of Somalis.
The series includes first-hand accounts from U.S. Army Rangers, Delta Force members, and Somali civilians, offering a broader perspective than the 2001 Hollywood film 'Black Hawk Down.'
Rare footage from a Somali cameraman and reenactments provide a vivid depiction of the chaos and suffering experienced during the two-day battle.
The documentary explores the long-term effects of the battle on survivors, including U.S. veterans grappling with trauma and Somali civilians enduring lasting physical and emotional scars.