‘Glory’: A Civil War Soldier Sports A Watch
Glory is possibly the most powerful Civil War film ever created. There were no digital wristwatches in 1863. Wristwatches, in fact, would not be worn for another 53 years. This could have been an extra who neglected to commit to his character, but it's shocking that it ended up in the finished result.
‘Glory’ A Civil War Soldier Sports A Watch
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‘Braveheart’: Kilts Were Not Yet Invented
Mel Gibson's Scottish military epic has become as iconic as the Scottish kilt, which did not become popular until the 16th century. Braveheart takes place in the 13th century. Although the Scottish face paint is historically correct, it would not have been worn at the same time as the famed kilts.
‘Braveheart’ Kilts Were Not Yet Invented

