Mysteries at the Museum Season 13 Episode 21 Fake Breaking News, Rescue Napoleon and Ernest Bravery
- TVPG
- March 16, 2017
- 42 min
In season 13, episode 21 of Mysteries at the Museum, viewers are taken on an investigative journey to explore three unique stories surrounding daring heroics, deceitful reporting, and a quest for redemption. The episode, titled "Fake Breaking News, Rescue Napoleon and Ernest Bravery," is sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats as they uncover the secrets behind some of history's most fascinating events.
The first story featured in the episode tells the tale of how a false news broadcast was used to drum up support for the United States' involvement in World War II. Viewers will learn how, in 1941, government officials hired a group of Hollywood filmmakers to create a fake newsreel detailing a fictional attack on a U.S. Navy vessel off the coast of South America. The goal was to create a sense of urgency and fear among the American public, ultimately leading to greater public support for the war effort. As viewers will discover, the scheme was successful, and the film played an instrumental role in shaping public opinion and securing greater support for the U.S. military.
The next story focuses on a daring rescue that took place in the early 1800s, when a group of soldiers embarked on a mission to save Napoleon Bonaparte from exile on the tiny island of Saint Helena. Viewers will be taken on a journey to explore the various challenges faced by the soldiers during their mission, including treacherous terrain, dangerous weather conditions, and the constant threat of discovery by enemy forces. Ultimately, though, the soldiers succeed in their mission and bring Napoleon back to France, where he is once again able to assume his position of power.
The final story in this episode revolves around the story of Ernest Bravery, a former inmate at Alcatraz who successfully escaped from the notoriously difficult-to-escape prison in 1938. Viewers will learn about the various methods Bravery used to plot his escape, including fashioning fake keys and creating a dummy figure to use as a decoy. Along the way, viewers will explore the various challenges faced by Bravery, including dealing with the notoriously harsh prison guards and navigating the treacherous waters surrounding Alcatraz. In the end, Bravery successfuls escapes, and his story becomes one of the most famous prison breaks in history.
Throughout the episode, viewers will be treated to a wealth of fascinating historical details and insights, as well as expert commentary from historians, professors, and other experts. With its blend of adventure, intrigue, and suspense, "Fake Breaking News, Rescue Napoleon and Ernest Bravery" is sure to keep viewers engrossed and entertained from start to finish. So settle in and get ready for one of the most exciting episodes of Mysteries at the Museum yet!