8 historical events covered in season 4 of 'The Crown' and the real stories behind them

Frank OlitoNov 25, 2020, 04:52 IST

Queen Elizabeth and Olivia Colman in "The Crown."Tim Graham / Getty & Netflix

The fourth season of "The Crown" covers eight events that took place in the 1980s.
Princess Diana and Prince Charles embarked on a historic overseas tour in Australia, and the prince was later at the scene of a deadly avalanche.
The UK was under Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher's control during the Falklands War and South Africa's apartheid dispute.

Warning: Spoilers ahead for season four of Netflix's "The Crown."

Netflix's "The Crown" chronicles the lives of the British royal family as they deal with significant events throughout history.

In the newly released fourth season, Queen Elizabeth — played by Olivia Colman — faces the issues of the 1980s, including a bitter war, her child's failing marriage, and a strained partnership with her prime minister, Margaret Thatcher, played by Gillian Anderson.

Throughout the season, the show touches upon some key historical events. Here's what really happened during those events.

In the first episode of the season, Lord Mountbatten — played by "Games of Thrones" actor Charles Dance — is assassinated when a bomb denotes on his fishing boat in Ireland.

Real-life Lord Mountbatten and Charles Dance playing Uncle Dickie. Keystone / Getty & Netflix

In the first episode of the season, Lord Mountbatten — played by "Games of Thrones" actor Charles Dance — is assassinated when a bomb denotes on his fishing boat in Ireland.

In the fourth episode, "Favourites," Margaret Thatcher's son disappeared during a car race in the Sahara, leading to the prime minister breaking down in front of the Queen.

Real-life Mark Thatcher and Freddie Fox playing Thatcher's son. Getty & Netflix

In the fourth episode, "Favourites," Margaret Thatcher's son disappeared during a car race in the Sahara, leading to the prime minister breaking down in front of the Queen.

The next episode followed Michael Fagan, an unemployed painter who managed to break into the Queen's bedroom in Buckingham Palace one morning.

Real-life Michael Fagan and Tom Brooke as the intruder. R. Brigden / Getty 7 Nertlix

Throughout the fourth season of "The Crown," one of Margaret Thatcher's biggest conflicts is the Falklands War, which begins in episode four.

A Naval ship on its way to the Falkland Islands. PA Images / Getty

"The Crown" showcased Princess Diana and Prince Charles' trip to Australia that restored Australia's faith in the British crown — and further rocked their marriage.

Real-life Princess Diana and Prince Charles next to "The Crown's" version. John Shelley Collection/Avalon / Getty & Netflix

"The Crown" showcased Princess Diana and Prince Charles' trip to Australia that restored Australia's faith in the British crown — and further rocked their marriage.

The episode "48:1" focuses on the strained relationship between Margaret Thatcher and Queen Elizabeth as they clash on whether or not England should impose sanctions on South Africa for apartheid.

Queen Elizabeth and Margaret Thatcher with Olivia Colman and Gillian Anderson playing the women. Getty & Netflix

The episode "48:1" focuses on the strained relationship between Margaret Thatcher and Queen Elizabeth as they clash on whether or not England should impose sanctions on South Africa for apartheid.

Episode nine briefly touches upon the time Prince Charles was caught in an avalanche that killed one of his good friends.

Prince Charles and Princess Diana arriving at the funeral of Hugh Lindsay. Georges De Keerle / Getty

The season ends with Margaret Thatcher's forced resignation as prime minister and a tearful goodbye.

Real-life Margaret Thatcher leaving Downing Street for the last time and Gillian Anderson doing the same. Richard Baker / Getty & Netflix

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8 historical events covered in season 4 of 'The Crown' and the real stories behind them

In the first episode of the season, Lord Mountbatten — played by "Games of Thrones" actor Charles Dance — is assassinated when a bomb denotes on his fishing boat in Ireland.

In the fourth episode, "Favourites," Margaret Thatcher's son disappeared during a car race in the Sahara, leading to the prime minister breaking down in front of the Queen.

The next episode followed Michael Fagan, an unemployed painter who managed to break into the Queen's bedroom in Buckingham Palace one morning.

Throughout the fourth season of "The Crown," one of Margaret Thatcher's biggest conflicts is the Falklands War, which begins in episode four.

"The Crown" showcased Princess Diana and Prince Charles' trip to Australia that restored Australia's faith in the British crown — and further rocked their marriage.

The episode "48:1" focuses on the strained relationship between Margaret Thatcher and Queen Elizabeth as they clash on whether or not England should impose sanctions on South Africa for apartheid.

Episode nine briefly touches upon the time Prince Charles was caught in an avalanche that killed one of his good friends.

The season ends with Margaret Thatcher's forced resignation as prime minister and a tearful goodbye.