They dramatized a whole hell of a lot because well, that's what they're trying to do. It's no Wolf Hall, which was so phenomenal in its execution it might be one of the best historical miniseries I have ever seen (and which I didn't put on any list because I avoided miniseries, even though I had to put Band of Brothers because it had enough content to not seem a miniseries). But it was solid enough to watch. It's not in my top ten but it's a strong showing.