While Sergeant Eversmann was a real person and did lead a unit during the battle, the film combines the actions and personalities of several soldiers into his character.

Randy Shughart was a real Delta Force operator who received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the battle. The film accurately depicts his bravery and sacrifice.

Gary Gordon was a real Delta Force operator who also received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the battle. The film accurately portrays his and Shughart's efforts to protect the downed pilot.

Danny McKnight was a real U.S. Army officer who commanded the ground convoy during the Battle of Mogadishu. The film accurately depicts his efforts to coordinate the rescue operation.

Mohamed Farrah Aidid was a real Somali warlord whose militia fought against the U.S. forces. The film accurately portrays his role in the conflict and the challenges he posed to the U.S. mission.

The film shows the suffering of Somali civilians caught in the crossfire, but it doesn't explore their perspectives or motivations in depth. This is a limitation of the film's focus on the American soldiers.

The film accurately portrays the mission objective: to capture key leaders of Somali warlord Mohamed Farrah Aidid. This was part of a larger UN effort to restore order in Somalia.

The downing of the two Black Hawk helicopters, Super Six-One and Super Six-Four, is the central event of the film and the battle. This accurately reflects the historical event that led to the intense fighting.

The film vividly depicts the chaotic and intense urban warfare that ensued after the helicopters were shot down. The close-quarters combat, confusion, and overwhelming number of Somali militia fighters are well-represented.

The film accurately portrays the desperate struggle to rescue the survivors of the downed helicopters and the soldiers pinned down in the city. The challenges faced by the rescue convoys and the bravery of the soldiers are well-captured.

The film accurately shows the US forces' reliance on night vision goggles during the nighttime operations. This technology gave them a significant advantage in the darkness.

The film portrays the Somali militia's tactics, including their use of human wave attacks, RPGs, and their knowledge of the city's terrain. This contributed to the difficulties faced by the US forces.

The film largely omits the significant contributions of the Pakistani and Malaysian forces who were part of the UN peacekeeping operation. This downplays their role in the rescue efforts and the overall battle.

While the film depicts the heavy casualties suffered by both sides, the exact numbers are disputed. The film states over 1,000 Somalis and 19 Americans were killed, but estimates vary.

The film focuses primarily on the military action and doesn't provide much context about the complex political situation in Somalia that led to the US intervention. This simplifies the conflict and its underlying causes.

While the film takes some creative liberties and omits certain aspects of the conflict, it is generally considered to be a realistic and accurate portrayal of the Battle of Mogadishu. It captures the intensity of the fighting and the heroism of the soldiers involved.