Abstract: A method of placing an individual against a historical backdrop involves comparing biographical data of the individual, such as birth, death, marriage dates, and places of residences with historical figures, events and locations. These historical figures, events, and locations are compared against the individual's biographical data to determine what degree, if any, impact they had or might have had on the individual's life. A historical backdrop is then created that displays the most significant historical figures, events, and locations to the individual and/or the user. This historical backdrop can be displayed, among other ways, as a map, a timeline, a narrative and/or a movie.