Did you know the true story behind "Peaky Blinders"?

The world of "Peaky Blinders" is a fascinating and violent one, but how much of it is based on real events?

The answer is: surprisingly, quite a lot. The Shelby family, on which the show is based, was a real-life criminal gang that operated in Birmingham, England, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The gang was known for its violence, its distinctive flat caps, and its razor blades sewn into the brims of those caps.

The show's creator, Steven Knight, was inspired to create "Peaky Blinders" after hearing stories about the gang from his father. Knight's grandfather had been a member of the Birmingham Boys, a rival gang to the Peaky Blinders.

While "Peaky Blinders" is not a direct dramatization of the real-life gang, it does draw heavily on their history. The show's characters are based on real people, and many of the events depicted in the show actually happened.

Of course, the show is still a work of fiction, and Knight has taken some liberties with the truth. For example, the Shelby family is portrayed as being much more glamorous and wealthy than the real-life gang ever was. And the show's depiction of the violence is often more stylized and brutal than what actually happened.

But despite these differences, "Peaky Blinders" is still a fascinating and accurate portrayal of a real-life criminal gang. The show gives us a glimpse into a world that is both violent and seductive, and it reminds us that even the most brutal of criminals are still human beings.

If you're a fan of "Peaky Blinders," you may be interested in learning more about the real-life gang. There are a number of books and articles on the subject, and there is even a museum in Birmingham dedicated to the Peaky Blinders.