Deutschland 83

Able Archer - S1-E8

Factual error: Lenora packs her briefcase with various passports, including a burgundy covered one with the UK insignia. UK Passports in the 1980s had a dark-blue cover and did not adopt the EU standard burgundy cover until 1988.

samlond

Brave Guy - S1-E2

Factual error: When picking the window lock, Rauch/Stamm used a saw blade which was marked "Made in Germany" - in 1983 it would have been specifically stated either West or East Germany. (00:32:15)

Season 1 generally

Factual error: The name tags on the US uniforms are on the wrong side. They are on the left pocket whereas they should be on the right pocket.

Able Archer - S1-E8

Factual error: Lenora packs her briefcase with various passports, including a burgundy covered one with the UK insignia. UK Passports in the 1980s had a dark-blue cover and did not adopt the EU standard burgundy cover until 1988.

samlond

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