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Military History Viewer's Guide

Oct-22-08

Battle History of the U.S. Coast Guard (Click here to buy video online)
1:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m., 1 pm EST

From the official creation of the Guard in 1790 to 21st century anti-terrorism operations, BATTLE HISTORY OF THE U.S. COAST GUARD is a fascinating, feature-length look at America's fifth armed service.

Oct-21-08

Battle History of the U.S. Coast Guard (Click here to buy video online)
7:00 p.m. EST

From the official creation of the Guard in 1790 to 21st century anti-terrorism operations, BATTLE HISTORY OF THE U.S. COAST GUARD is a fascinating, feature-length look at America's fifth armed service.

Oct-15-08

11-11-11: The Last Day of WWI (Click here to buy video online)
1:30 a.m., 7:30 a.m., 1:30 pm EST

At 11 am, November 11, 1918, WWI ended. Victory had been assured and final territory already agreed upon. So why did more soldiers die that day than on D-Day? Based on Joseph Persico's book, we reveal how Allied leaders found outrageous excuses to send 13,000 men to their deaths against a defeated enemy. Some leaders desired promotion, others craved retribution, while one commander chose to capture a town that day solely to bathe. Despite the human toll, nothing was gained -- territories taken that day were eventually returned to Germany. The senseless 11th hour slaughter captures the whole WWI in a microcosm -- pointless carnage for no positive purpose.

Oct-14-08

11-11-11: The Last Day of WWI (Click here to buy video online)
7:30 p.m. EST

At 11 am, November 11, 1918, WWI ended. Victory had been assured and final territory already agreed upon. So why did more soldiers die that day than on D-Day? Based on Joseph Persico's book, we reveal how Allied leaders found outrageous excuses to send 13,000 men to their deaths against a defeated enemy. Some leaders desired promotion, others craved retribution, while one commander chose to capture a town that day solely to bathe. Despite the human toll, nothing was gained -- territories taken that day were eventually returned to Germany. The senseless 11th hour slaughter captures the whole WWI in a microcosm -- pointless carnage for no positive purpose.

Oct-06-08

Unsung Heroes: Red Mike Edson (Click here to buy video online)
1:30 a.m., 7:30 a.m., 1:30 pm EST

Beneath the WWII marquee names were heroes who fought with great valor, but few headlines. One was Colonel Merritt (Red Mike) Edson, commander of an experimental special unit in the Pacific, the 1st Raider Battalion.

Oct-05-08

Unsung Heroes: Red Mike Edson (Click here to buy video online)
7:30 p.m. EST

Beneath the WWII marquee names were heroes who fought with great valor, but few headlines. One was Colonel Merritt (Red Mike) Edson, commander of an experimental special unit in the Pacific, the 1st Raider Battalion.

Oct-05-08

America's 5 Star Heroes (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 6:00 a.m., 12 pm EST

Only nine American warriors have worn 5 stars -- all won on WWII's battlefields. watch Generals Dwight Eisenhower, Douglas MacArthur, George Marshall, Omar Bradley, "Hap" Arnold, and Admirals Chester Nimitz, "Bull" Halsey, William Lahey, and Ernest King in this 2-hour special as they clash with enemies, each other, and their superiors.

Sep-27-08

D-Days in the Pacific: Death at the Tidelines (Click here to buy video online)
1:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m., 1 pm, 7 pm EST

In a 3-part overview of WWII Pacific storm landings, we examine the sometimes disastrous, often brilliant learning curve of the Japanese/American opponents. The series shows how we developed from the shockingly inept and under-equipped landing on Guadalcanal to the massive, specialized steamroller assaults of 1944-45. On a vast battlefield, 98% ocean, over 1,600,000 men, Allied and Japanese, died over four years fighting for pieces of land sometimes not bigger than Central Park.

Sep-27-08

D-Days in the Pacific:Closing the Jaws (Click here to buy video online)
2:00 a.m., 8:00 a.m., 2 pm, 8 pm EST

By the end of 1943, America's Pacific D-Days were being mounted with new expertise and power. The enemy found himself in amphibious pincers with Admiral Nimitz attacking through the central Pacific and Gen. MacArthur thrusting from the southwest. MacArthur would execute more Pacific D-Days than any other commander. But his landings did not come against small atolls. He began, as do we in this episode, with the re-conquest of the immense island of New Guinea, where he had been defending against the invading Japanese since the war's early days, and cover activities up to the bloody assault on Peleliu.

Sep-27-08

D-Days in the Pacific: The Final Graveyard (Click here to buy video online)
3:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 3 pm EST

With the capture of the Marianas, the US amphibious war had pierced the inner defense ring of the Japanese Empire, and with MacArthur and Nimitz poised to attack the Philippines and islands on the Japanese doorstep, the enemy prepared a fight to the death--one too bloody for America to bear. None of the warriors who fought their way across the Pacific will ever slight the great Normandy D-Day. But in some 75 major amphibious operations, Pacific veterans showed the same valor on landings every bit as vital and deadly.

Sep-22-08

Battle History of the U.S. Marines (Click here to buy video online)
7:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. EST

The most dramatic combat footage ever recorded and interviews with highly-decorated soldiers highlight this definitive history of the U.S. Marine Corps in battle.

Sep-21-08

Battle History of the U.S. Marines (Click here to buy video online)
7:30 p.m. EST

The most dramatic combat footage ever recorded and interviews with highly-decorated soldiers highlight this definitive history of the U.S. Marine Corps in battle.

Sep-17-08

Three Wars of the Battleship Missouri (Click here to buy video online)
1:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m., 1 pm EST

Join us for a review of the incredible 51-year old career of BB-63, the battleship Missouri, which fought in WWII, Korea, and Desert Storm. The crew that served on her last voyage could have been grandchildren of the men who fought on her first. Though this behemoth should have been a relic after WWII, she was continually upgraded, making her a formidable first-line warrior to her final day in commission. Launched in 1944 she was the last battleship built and the last in service. But her most enduring image came in 1945, when the Allies accepted Japan's surrender on her deck in Tokyo Bay. Now a national monument in Pearl Harbor preserving the details of that historic day, we step aboard with some of the great men who served on her during the long career of this icon of U.S. Naval history.

Sep-16-08

Three Wars of the Battleship Missouri (Click here to buy video online)
7:30 p.m. EST

Join us for a review of the incredible 51-year old career of BB-63, the battleship Missouri, which fought in WWII, Korea, and Desert Storm. The crew that served on her last voyage could have been grandchildren of the men who fought on her first. Though this behemoth should have been a relic after WWII, she was continually upgraded, making her a formidable first-line warrior to her final day in commission. Launched in 1944 she was the last battleship built and the last in service. But her most enduring image came in 1945, when the Allies accepted Japan's surrender on her deck in Tokyo Bay. Now a national monument in Pearl Harbor preserving the details of that historic day, we step aboard with some of the great men who served on her during the long career of this icon of U.S. Naval history.

Sep-15-08

Battle History of the U.S. Marines (Click here to buy video online)
1:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. EST

The most dramatic combat footage ever recorded and interviews with highly-decorated soldiers highlight this definitive history of the U.S. Marine Corps in battle.

Sep-14-08

Battle History of the U.S. Marines (Click here to buy video online)
7:30 p.m. EST

The most dramatic combat footage ever recorded and interviews with highly-decorated soldiers highlight this definitive history of the U.S. Marine Corps in battle.

Sep-08-08

Unsung Heroes: Navy Corpsmen (Click here to buy video online)
1:30 a.m., 7:30 p.m., 1:30 pm EST

When a U.S. Marine or sailor is wounded in combat, his odds of getting to a doctor are close to nothing. But his chances of staying alive are superb due to the Navy Hospital Corpsmen. They aren't doctors, but their job is to be at the center of battle, lightly armed and carrying no more medical supplies than can be dragged in a shoulder bag. In dynamic interviews with veterans and brand new footage, we see how, while performing their duty over two centuries, many died, willingly, in shocking numbers.

Sep-07-08

Unsung Heroes: Navy Corpsmen (Click here to buy video online)
7:30 p.m. EST

When a U.S. Marine or sailor is wounded in combat, his odds of getting to a doctor are close to nothing. But his chances of staying alive are superb due to the Navy Hospital Corpsmen. They aren't doctors, but their job is to be at the center of battle, lightly armed and carrying no more medical supplies than can be dragged in a shoulder bag. In dynamic interviews with veterans and brand new footage, we see how, while performing their duty over two centuries, many died, willingly, in shocking numbers.

Aug-26-08

Battles That Doomed Japan (Click here to buy video online)
7:00 p.m. EST

The Allies began their strategic offensive against Japan with the Solomon Islands landings, and Admiral Halsey's Battle of the Bismarck Sea helped neutralize the Japanese offensive. We review the great battles that doomed Japan and salute the men whose triumphs in cockpits, foxholes, and gun turrets won Allied victory in WWII.

Aug-01-08

Iwo Jima: Hell's Volcano (Click here to buy video online)
2:00 a.m. EST

In a war filled with epic battles and tales of astounding bravery, Iwo Jima stands out. On the rugged, volcanic island just 760 miles from Tokyo, over 25,000 men died and more than 17,000 were wounded. IWO JIMA: HELL'S VOLCANO is the ultimate chronicle of this momentous battle.

Aug-01-08

Iwo Jima: Hell's Volcano (Click here to buy video online)
6:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 2 pm EST

In a war filled with epic battles and tales of astounding bravery, Iwo Jima stands out. On the rugged, volcanic island just 760 miles from Tokyo, over 25,000 men died and more than 17,000 were wounded. IWO JIMA: HELL'S VOLCANO is the ultimate chronicle of this momentous battle.

Jul-31-08

Iwo Jima: Hell's Volcano (Click here to buy video online)
10:00 p.m. EST

In a war filled with epic battles and tales of astounding bravery, Iwo Jima stands out. On the rugged, volcanic island just 760 miles from Tokyo, over 25,000 men died and more than 17,000 were wounded. IWO JIMA: HELL'S VOLCANO is the ultimate chronicle of this momentous battle.

Jul-30-08

Bloody Hills of Peleliu (Click here to buy video online)
3:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m., 11 am, 3 pm, 7 pm EST

THE BLOODY HILLS OF PELELIU is a probing look at a battle that was meant to take days but ended up lasting two months at the cost of over 13,500 lives. Graphic combat footage captures the agonizing advance of the U.S. forces, while Marines and Japanese survivors recall the long fight. Military experts detail the shifting strategies of the battle, and examine the objectives and cost.

Jul-29-08

Bloody Hills of Peleliu (Click here to buy video online)
11:00 p.m. EST

THE BLOODY HILLS OF PELELIU is a probing look at a battle that was meant to take days but ended up lasting two months at the cost of over 13,500 lives. Graphic combat footage captures the agonizing advance of the U.S. forces, while Marines and Japanese survivors recall the long fight. Military experts detail the shifting strategies of the battle, and examine the objectives and cost.

Jul-27-08

Battle Group: Halsey (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 4:00 a.m., 8 am, 12pm, 4 pm EST

BATTLE GROUP: HALSEY talks with officers and sailors who served under Bull and reviews his tactics and strategies to paint a multi-faceted portrait of the legendary admiral While he has nearly as many critics as supporters, there is no doubt that Bull Halsey was the most charismatic of all the carrier admirals.

Jul-26-08

Battle Group: Halsey (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m. EST

BATTLE GROUP: HALSEY talks with officers and sailors who served under Bull and reviews his tactics and strategies to paint a multi-faceted portrait of the legendary admiral. While he has nearly as many critics as supporters, there is no doubt that Bull Halsey was the most charismatic of all the carrier admirals.

Jul-25-08

Eye on History: D-Day (Click here to buy video online)
2:00 a.m., 6:00 a.m., 10 am, 2 pm, 6 pm EST

The D-Day landings signaled the beginning of the end for Nazi Germany. This thrilling program brings the epic invasion to life through the recollections of soldiers on both sides and extensive footage from government archives. This is the story of D-Day told as it has never been before, through the eyes and in the words of the frightened kids and hardened soldiers who fought on the coasts of France.

Jul-24-08

Eye on History: D-Day (Click here to buy video online)
10:00 p.m. EST

The D-Day landings signaled the beginning of the end for Nazi Germany. This thrilling program brings the epic invasion to life through the recollections of soldiers on both sides and extensive footage from government archives. This is the story of D-Day told as it has never been before, through the eyes and in the words of the frightened kids and hardened soldiers who fought on the coasts of France.

Jul-21-08

Combat Jump (Click here to buy video online)
3:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m., 11 am, 3 pm, 7 pm EST

7/9/43 - just before midnight.....Col. Jim Gavin heads towards Sicily in a C47 in command of just over 3,400 members of the 505th Regimental Combat Team. This is the inside story of the first large-scale invasion by paratroopers in U.S. history, headed by one of WWII's youngest leaders. This is an in-depth story of epic determination, fear, and survival.

Jul-20-08

America's Black Warriors: Two Wars to Win (Click here to buy video online)
2:00 a.m., 6:00 a.m., 10 am, 2 pm, 6 pm EST

They battled not just the enemy, but against entrenched racism in the U.S. Armed Forces. Colin Powell and others tell the true story of AMERICA'S BLACK WARRIORS.

Jul-20-08

Battle History of the U.S. Coast Guard (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 4:00 a.m., 8 am, 12, 4 pm EST

From the official creation of the Guard in 1790 to 21st century anti-terrorism operations, THE BATTLE HISTORY OF THE COAST GUARD is a fascinating feature length look at America's fifth armed service.

Jul-20-08

Combat Jump (Click here to buy video online)
11:00 p.m. EST

7/9/43 - just before midnight.....Col. Jim Gavin heads towards Sicily in a C47 in command of just over 3,400 members of the 505th Regimental Combat Team. This is the inside story of the first large-scale invasion by paratroopers in U.S. history, headed by one of WWII's youngest leaders. This is an in-depth story of epic determination, fear, and survival.

Jul-19-08

Battle History of the U.S. Coast Guard (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m. EST

From the official creation of the Guard in 1790 to 21st century anti-terrorism operations, THE BATTLE HISTORY OF THE U.S. COAST GUARD is a fascinating look at America's fifth armed service.

Jul-19-08

America's Black Warriors: Two Wars to Win (Click here to buy video online)
10:00 p.m. EST

They battled not just the enemy, but against entrenched racism in the U.S. Armed Forces. Colin Powell and others tell the true story of AMERICA'S BLACK WARRIORS.

Jul-17-08

Korea: The Forgotten War, Parts 1 & 2 (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 4:00 a.m., 8 am, 12pm, 4 pm EST

KOREA: THE FORGOTTEN WAR (Parts 1 & 2) explores the long struggle half a world away, from the forces that shattered the postwar peace to the delicate resolution which set the stage for many of the tensest moments of the Cold War. With dramatic footage captured by combat cameras and first person accounts from soldiers, this is a fascinating examination of one of the most important events of modern times.

Jul-16-08

Showdown at Leyte Gulf (Click here to buy video online)
3:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m., 11 am, 3 pm, 7 pm EST

This is the dramatic story of the greatest naval battle in history; the final time the main forces of two great navies would slug it out with big guns and torpedoes in close combat.

Jul-16-08

Korea: The Forgotten War, Parts 1 & 2 (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m. EST

KOREA: THE FORGOTTEN WAR (Parts 1 & 2) explores the long struggle half a world away, from the forces that shattered the postwar peace to the delicate resolution which set the stage for many of the tensest moments of the Cold War. With dramatic footage captured by combat cameras and first person accounts from soldiers, this is a fascinating examination of one of the most important events of modern times.

Jul-15-08

Showdown at Leyte Gulf (Click here to buy video online)
11:00 p.m. EST

This is the dramatic story of the greatest naval battle in history; the final time the main forces of two great navies would slug it out with big guns and torpedoes in close combat.

Jul-14-08

Battle History of the U.S. Marines (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 1:00 a.m., 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10 am, 12, 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 pm EST

The most dramatic combat footage ever recorded and interviews with highly-decorated soldiers highlight this definitive history of the U.S. Marine Corps in battle.

Jul-13-08

Battle History of the U.S. Air Force (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 1:00 a.m., 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 am, 12, 1, 2, 3, 4, EST

Filled with extraordinary footage from the cockpit and the ground of encounters throughout the 20th century, BATTLE HISTORY OF THE U.S. AIR FORCE is a panoramic look at airborne combat.

Jul-13-08

Battle History of the U.S. Marines (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m., 10 pm EST

The most dramatic combat footage ever recorded and interviews with highly-decorated soldiers highlight this definitive history of the U.S. Marine Corps in battle.

Jul-12-08

Battle History of the U.S. Air Force (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m., 10 pm, 11 pm EST

Filled with extraordinary footage from the cockpit and the ground of encounters throughout the 20th century, the BATTLE HISTORY OF THE U.S. AIR FORCE is a panoramic look at airborne combat.

Jul-11-08

Death From Above: History of the Airborne Infantry (Click here to buy video online)
2:00 a.m., 6:00 a.m., 10 am, 2 pm, 6 pm EST

They are deployed where the going is desperate, time is short, and the odds horrendous. This is the riveting history of airborne assault.

Jul-10-08

Imperial Sunset at Saipan (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 4:00 a.m., 8 am, 12pm, 4 pm EST

IMPERIAL SUNSET AT SAIPAN is a detailed examination of the epic engagement that saw over 50,000 casualties and ended with the Japanese military fatally weakened. Extensive footage shows the fighting on land, air and sea, and soldiers who were there recall the terror and destruction of the nearly month-long fight.

Jul-10-08

Death From Above: History of the Airborne Infantry (Click here to buy video online)
10:00 p.m. EST

They are deployed where the going is desperate, time is short, and the odds horrendous. This is the riveting history of airborne assault.

Jul-09-08

Shock Troops (Click here to buy video online)
3:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m., 11 am, 3 pm, 7 pm EST

This extraordinary program is an up-close look at the world's elite troops, from the U.S. Army's Green Berets to the French Foreign Legion, the Russian Airborne to the British SAS. Military experts and historians reveal how these elite units formed, and explore their crucial roles in some of the 20th century's great battles. Remarkable footage shows the danger and daring of their vital operations, while interviews with team members offers rare insight into life in these elite troops.

Jul-09-08

Imperial Sunset at Saipan (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m. EST

IMPERIAL SUNSET AT SAIPAN is a detailed examination of the epic engagement that saw over 50,000 casualties and ended with the Japanese military fatally weakened. Extensive footage shows the fighting on land, air and sea, and soldiers who were there recall the terror and destruction of the nearly month-long fight.

Jul-08-08

Shock Troops (Click here to buy video online)
11:00 p.m. EST

This extraordinary program is an up-close look at the world's elite troops, from the U.S. Army's Green Berets to the French Foreign Legion, the Russian Airborne to the British SAS. Military experts and historians reveal how these elite units formed, and explore their crucial roles in some of the 20th century's great battles. Remarkable footage shows the danger and daring of their vital operations, while interviews with team members offers rare insight into life in these elite troops.

Jul-07-08

battle History of the U.S. Navy (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 1:00 a.m., 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 am, 12, 1, 2, 3, 4, EST

THE BATTLE HISTORY OF THE U.S. NAVY chronicles the epic engagements of the Navy from the Revolution to the Gulf Wars.

Jul-06-08

Battle History of the U.S. Army (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 1:00 a.m., 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 am, 12, 1, 2, 3, 4, EST

This stirring set follows the U.S. Army from its days under Washington's command to the 21st century engagements in the Balkans and Afghanistan, re-living its triumphs, profiling its legendary leaders and tracing its evolution.

Jul-06-08

Battle History of the U.S. Navy (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m., 10 pm, 11 pm EST

THE BATTLE HISTORY OF THE U.S. NAVY chronicles the epic engagements of the Navy from the Revolution to the Gulf Wars.

Jul-05-08

Battle History of the U.S. Army (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m., 10 pm, 11 pm EST

This stirring set follows the U.S. Army from its days under Washington's command to the 21st century engagements in the Balkans and Afghanistan, re-living its triumphs, profiling its legendary leaders and tracing its evolution.

Jul-04-08

Iwo Jima: Hell's Volcano (Click here to buy video online)
2:00 a.m., 6:00 a.m., 10 am, 2 pm, 6 pm EST

In a war filled with epic battles and tales of astounding bravery, Iwo Jima stands out. On the rugged, volcanic island just 760 miles from Tokyo, over 25,000 men died and more than 17,000 were wounded. IWO JIMA: HELL'S VOLCANO is the ultimate chronicle of this momentous battle.

Jul-03-08

Iwo Jima: Hell's Volcano (Click here to buy video online)
10:00 p.m. EST

In a war filled with epic battles and tales of astounding bravery, Iwo Jima stands out. On the rugged, volcanic island just 760 miles from Tokyo, over 25,000 men died and more than 17,000 were wounded. IWO JIMA: HELL'S VOLCANO is the ultimate chronicle of this momentous battle.

Jul-02-08

Bloody Hills of Peleliu (Click here to buy video online)
3:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m., 11 am, 3 pm, 7 pm EST

THE BLOODY HILLS OF PELELIU is a probing look at a battle that was meant to take days but ended up lasting two months at the cost of over 13,500 lives. Graphic combat footage captures the agonizing advance of the U.S. forces, while Marine and Japanese survivors recall the long fight. Military experts detail the shifting strategies of the battle and examine the objectives and cost.

Jul-01-08

Bloody Hills of Peleliu (Click here to buy video online)
11:00 p.m. EST

THE BLOODY HILLS OF PELELIU is a probing look at a battle that was meant to take days but ended up lasting two months at the cost of over 13,500 lives. Graphic combat footage captures the agonizing advance of the U.S. forces, while Marine and Japanese survivors recall the long fight. Military experts detail the shifting strategies of the battle and examine the objectives and cost.

Jun-29-08

Battle Group: Halsey (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 4:00 a.m., 8 am, 12pm, 4 pm EST

BATTLE GROUP: HALSEY talks with officers and sailors who served under Bull and reviews his tactics and strategies to paint a multi-faceted portrait of the legendary admiral. While he has nearly as many critics as supporters, there is no doubt that Bull Halsey was the most charismatic of all the carrier admirals.

Jun-28-08

Battle Group: Halsey (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m. EST

BATTLE GROUP: HALSEY talks with officers and sailors who served under Bull; and reviews his tactics and strategies to paint a multi-faceted portrait of the legendary admiral. While he has nearly as many critics as supporters, there is no doubt that Bull Halsey was the most charismatic of all the carrier admirals.

Jun-27-08

Eye on History: D-Day (Click here to buy video online)
2:00 a.m., 6:00 a.m., 10 am, 2 pm, 6 pm EST

The D-Day landings signaled the beginning of the end for Nazi Germany. This thrilling program brings the epic invasion to life through the recollections of soldiers on both sides and extensive footage from government archives. This is the story of D-Day told as it has never been before, through the eyes and in the words of the frightened kids and hardened soldiers who fought on the coasts of France.

Jun-26-08

Eye on History: D-Day (Click here to buy video online)
10:00 p.m. EST

The D-Day landings signaled the beginning of the end for Nazi Germany. This thrilling program brings the epic invasion to life through the recollections of soldiers on both sides and extensive footage from government archives. This is the story of D-Day told as it has never been before, through the eyes and in the words of the frightened kids and hardened soldiers who fought on the coasts of France.

Jun-23-08

Combat Jump (Click here to buy video online)
3:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m., 11 am, 3 pm, 7 pm EST

7/9/43 - just before midnight, Colonel Jim Gavin heads towards Sicily in a C47 in command of just over 3,400 members of the 505th Regimental Combat Team. This is the inside story of the first large-scale invasion by paratroopers in U.S. history, headed by one of WWII's youngest leaders. This is an in-depth story of epic determination, fear, and survival.

Jun-22-08

America's Black Warriors: Two Wars to Win (Click here to buy video online)
2:00 a.m., 6:00 a.m., 10 am, 2 pm, 6 pm EST

They battled not just the enemy, but against entrenched racism in the U.S. Armed Forces. Colin Powell and others tell the true story of AMERICA'S BLACK WARRIORS.

Jun-22-08

History of the USCG: America's 1st Line of Defense (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 4:00 a.m., 8 am, 12pm, 4 pm EST

From the official creation of the Guard in 1790 to 21st century anti-terrorism operations, HISTORY OF THE USCG: AMERICA'S 1ST LINE OF DEFENSE, is a fascinating, feature-length look at America's fifth armed service.

Jun-22-08

Combat Jump (Click here to buy video online)
11:00 p.m. EST

7/9/43 - just before midnight, Colonel Jim Gavin heads towards Sicily in a C47 in command of just over 3,400 members of the 505th Regimental Combat Team. This is the inside story of the first large-scale invasion by paratroopers in U.S. history, headed by one of WWII's youngest leaders. This is an in-depth story of epic determination, fear, and survival.

Jun-21-08

History of the USCG: America's 1st Line of Defense (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m. EST

From the official creation of the Guard in 1790 to 21st century anti-terrorism operations, HISTORY OF THE USCG: AMERICA'S 1ST LINE OF DEFENSE, is a fascinating, feature-length look at America's fifth armed service.

Jun-21-08

America's Black Warriors: Two Wars to Win (Click here to buy video online)
10:00 p.m. EST

They battled not just the enemy but against entrenched racism in the U.S. Armed Forces. Colin Powell and others tell the true story of AMERICA'S BLACK WARRIORS.

Jun-19-08

Korea: The Forgotten War, Parts 1 & 2 (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 4:00 a.m., 8 am, 12pm, 4 pm EST

KOREA: THE FORGOTTEN WAR explores the long struggle half a world away, from the forces that shattered the postwar peace to the delicate resolution which set the stage for many of the tensest moments of the Cold War. With dramatic footage captured by combat cameras and first person accounts from soldiers, this is a fascinating examination of one of the most important events of modern times.

Jun-18-08

Showdown at Leyte Gulf (Click here to buy video online)
3:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m., 11 am, 3 pm, 7 pm EST

This is the dramatic story of the greatest naval battle in history - the final time the main forces of two great navies would slug it out with big guns and torpedoes in close combat.

Jun-18-08

Korea: The Forgotten War, Parts 1 & 2 (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m. EST

KOREA: THE FORGOTTEN WAR explores the long struggle half a world away, from the forces that shattered the postwar peace to the delicate resolution which set the stage for many of the tensest moments of the Cold War. With dramatic footage captured by combat cameras and first person accounts from soldiers, this is a fascinating examination of one of the most important events of modern times.

Jun-17-08

Showdown at Leyte Gulf (Click here to buy video online)
11:00 p.m. EST

This is the dramatic story of the greatest naval battle in history - the final time the main forces of two great navies would slug it out with big guns and torpedoes in close combat.

Jun-16-08

Battle History of the U.S. Marines (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 1:00 a.m., 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10 am, 12, 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 pm EST

The most dramatic combat footage ever recorded and interviews with highly-decorated soldiers highlight this definitive history of the U.S. Marine Corps in battle.

Jun-15-08

Battle History of the U.S. Air Force (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 1:00 a.m., 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 am, 12, 1, 2, 3, 4, EST

Filled with extraordinary footage from the cockpit and the ground of encounters throughout the 20th century, the BATTLE HISTORY OF THE U.S. AIR FORCE is a panoramic look at airborne combat.

Jun-15-08

Battle History of the U.S. Marines (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m., 10 pm EST

The most dramatic combat footage ever recorded and interviews with highly-decorated soldiers highlight this definitive history of the U.S. Marine Corps in battle.

Jun-14-08

Battle History of the U.S. Air Force (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m., 10 pm, 11 pm EST

Filled with extraordinary footage from the cockpit and the ground of encounters throughout the 20th century, THE BATTLE HISTORY OF THE U.S. AIR FORCE is a panoramic look at airborne combat.

Jun-13-08

Death From Above: History of the Airborne Infantry (Click here to buy video online)
2:00 a.m., 6:00 a.m., 10 am, 2 pm, 6 pm EST

They are deployed where the going is desperate, time is short, and the odds horrendous. This is the riveting history of airborne assault.

Jun-12-08

Imperial Sunset at Saipan (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 4:00 a.m., 8 am, 12pm, 4 pm EST

IMPERIAL SUNSET AT SAIPAN is a detailed examination of the epic engagement that saw over 50,000 casualties and ended with the Japanese military fatally weakened. Extensive footage shows the fighting on land, air, and sea, and soldiers who were there recall the terror and destruction of the nearly month-long fight.

Jun-12-08

Death From Above: History of the Airborne Infantry (Click here to buy video online)
10:00 p.m. EST

They are deployed where the going is desperate, time is short, and the odds horrendous. This is the riveting history of airborne assault.

Jun-11-08

Shock Troops (Click here to buy video online)
3:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m., 11 am, 3 pm, 7 pm EST

This extraordinary program is an up-close look at the world's elite troops, from the U.S. Army's Green Berets to the French Foreign Legion, the Russian Airborne to the British SAS. Military experts and historians reveal how these elite units formed, and explore their crucial roles in some of the 20th century's great battles. Remarkable footage shows the danger and daring of their vital operations, while interviews with team members offers rare insight into life in these elite troops.

Jun-11-08

Imperial Sunset at Saipan (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m. EST

IMPERIAL SUNSET AT SAIPAN is a detailed examination of the epic engagement that saw over 50,000 casualties and ended with the Japanese military fatally weakened. Extensive footage shows the fighting on land, air, and sea, and soldiers who were there recall the terror and destruction of the nearly month-long fight.

Jun-10-08

Shock Troops (Click here to buy video online)
11:00 p.m. EST

This extraordinary program is an up-close look at the world's elite troops, from the U.S. Army's Green Berets to the French Foreign Legion, the Russian Airborne to the British SAS. Military experts and historians reveal how these elite units formed, and explore their crucial roles in some of the 20th century's great battles. Remarkable footage shows the danger and daring of their vital operations, while interviews with team members offers rare insight into life in these elite troops.

Jun-09-08

Battle History of the U.S. Navy (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 1:00 a.m., 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 am, 12, 1, 2, 3, 4, EST

THE BATTLE HISTORY OF THE U.S. NAVY chronicles the epic engagements of the U.S. Navy from the Revolution to the Gulf War.

Jun-08-08

Battle History of the U.S. Army (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 1:00 a.m., 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 am, 12, 1, 2, 3, 4, EST

This stirring set follows the U.S. Army from its days under Washington's command to the 21st century engagements in the Balkans and Afghanistan, re-living its triumphs, profiling its legendary leaders and tracing its evolution.

Jun-08-08

Battle History of the U.S. Navy (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m., 10 pm, 11 pm EST

THE BATTLE HISTORY OF THE U.S. NAVY chronicles the epic engagements of the U.S. Navy from the Revolution to the Gulf War.

Jun-07-08

Battle History of the U.S. Army (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m., 10 pm, 11 pm EST

This stirring set follows the U.S. Army from its days under Washington's command to the 21st century engagements in the Balkans and Afghanistan, re-living its triumphs, profiling its legendary leaders and tracing its evolution.

Jun-06-08

Iwo Jima: Hell's Volcano (Click here to buy video online)
2:00 a.m., 6:00 a.m., 10 am, 2 pm, 6 pm EST

In a war filled with epic battles and tales of astounding bravery, Iwo Jima stands out. On the rugged, volcanic island just 760 miles from Tokyo, over 25,000 men died and more than 17,000 were wounded. IWO JIMA: HELL'S VOLCANO is the ultimate chronicle of this momentous battle.

Jun-05-08

Iwo Jima: Hell's Volcano (Click here to buy video online)
10:00 p.m. EST

In a war filled with epic battles and tales of astounding bravery, Iwo Jima stands out. On the rugged, volcanic island just 760 miles from Tokyo, over 25,000 men died and more than 17,000 were wounded. IWO JIMA: HELL'S VOLCANO is the ultimate chronicle of this momentous battle.

Jun-04-08

Bloody Hills of Peleliu (Click here to buy video online)
3:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m., 11 am, 3 pm, 7 pm EST

THE BLOODY HILLS OF PELELIU is a probing look at a battle that was meant to take days but ended up lasting two months at the cost of over 13,500 lives. Graphic combat footage captures the agonizing advance of the U.S. forces, while Marines and Japanese survivors recall the long fight. Military experts detail the shifting strategies of the battle, and examine the objectives and cost.

Jun-03-08

Bloody Hills of Peleliu (Click here to buy video online)
11:00 p.m. EST

THE BLOODY HILLS OF PELELIU is a probing look at a battle that was meant to take days but ended up lasting two months at the cost of over 13,500 lives. Graphic combat footage captures the agonizing advance of the U.S. forces, while Marines and Japanese survivors recall the long fight. Military experts detail the shifting strategies of the battle, and examine the objectives and cost.

Jun-01-08

Battle Group: Halsey (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 4:00 a.m., 8 am, 12, 4 pm EST

BATTLE GROUP: HALSEY talks with officers and sailors who served under Bull and reviews his tactics and strategies to paint a multi-faceted portrait of the legendary admiral. While he has nearly as many critics as supporters, there is no doubt that Bull Halsey was the most charismatic of all the carrier admirals.

May-31-08

Battle Group: Halsey (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m. EST

BATTLEGROUP: HALSEY talks with officers and sailors who served under Bull and reviews his tactics and strategies to paint a multi-faceted portrait of the legendary admiral. While he has nearly as many critics as supporters, there is no doubt that Bull Halsey was the most charismatic of all the carrier admirals.

May-30-08

Eye on History: D-Day (Click here to buy video online)
2:00 a.m., 6:00 a.m., 10 am, 2 pm, 6 pm EST

The D-Day landings signaled the beginning of the end for Nazi Germany. This thrilling program brings the epic invasion to life through the recollections of soldiers on both sides and extensive footage from government archives. This is the story of D-Day told as it has never been before, through the eyes and in the words of the frightened kids and hardened soldiers who fought on the coasts of France.

May-29-08

Eye on History: D-Day (Click here to buy video online)
10:00 p.m. EST

The D-Day landings signaled the beginning of the end for Nazi Germany. This thrilling program brings the epic invasion to life through the recollections of soldiers on both sides and extensive footage from government archives. This is the story of D-Day told as it has never been before, through the eyes and in the words of the frightened kids and hardened soldiers who fought on the coasts of France.

May-26-08

Combat Jump (Click here to buy video online)
3:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m., 11 am, 3, 7 pm EST

July 9, 1943. Just before midnight, Colonel Jim Gavin heads towards Sicily in a C47 in command of just over 3,400 members of the 505th Regimental Combat Team. This is the inside story of the first large-scale invasion by paratroopers in U.S. history. This is an in-depth story of epic determination, fear, and survival.

May-25-08

America's Black Warriors: Two Wars to Win (Click here to buy video online)
2:00 a.m., 6:00 a.m., 10 am, 2 pm, 6 pm EST

They battled not just the enemy, but against entrenched racism in the U.S. Armed Forces. Colin Powell and others tell the true story of AMERICA'S BLACK WARRIORS.

May-25-08

Battle History of the U.S. Coast Guard (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 4:00 a.m., 8 am, 12pm, 4 pm EST

From the official creation of the Guard in 1790 to 21st century anti-terrorism operations, THE BATTLE HISTORY OF THE U.S. COAST GUARD is a fascinating, feature-length look at America's fifth armed service.

May-25-08

Combat Jump (Click here to buy video online)
11:00 p.m. EST

July 9, 1943. Just before midnight, Colonel Jim Gavin heads towards Sicily in a C47 in command of just over 3,400 members of the 505th Regimental Combat Team. This is the inside story of the first large-scale invasion by paratroopers in U.S. history. This is an in-depth story of epic determination, fear, and survival.

May-24-08

Battle History of the U.S. Coast Guard (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m. EST

From the official creation of the Guard in 1790 to 21st century anti-terrorism operations, THE BATTLE HISTORY OF THE COAST GUARD is a fascinating, feature-length look at America's fifth armed service.

May-24-08

America's Black Warriors: Two Wars to Win (Click here to buy video online)
10:00 p.m. EST

They battled not just the enemy, but against entrenched racism in the U.S. Armed Forces. Colin Powell and others tell the true story of AMERICA'S BLACK WARRIORS.

May-22-08

Korea: The Forgotten War, Parts 1 & 2 (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 4:00 a.m., 8 am, 12pm, 4 pm EST

KOREA: THE FORGOTTEN WAR (parts 1 & 2) explores the long struggle half a world away, from the forces that shattered the postwar peace to the delicate resolution which set the stage for many of the tensest moments of the Cold War. With dramatic footage captured by combat cameras and first person accounts from soldiers, this is a fascinating examination of one of the most important events of modern times.

May-21-08

Showdown at Leyte Gulf (Click here to buy video online)
3:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m., 11 am, 3, 7 pm EST

This is the dramatic story of the greatest naval battle in history; the final time the main forces of two great navies would slug it out with big guns and torpedoes in close combat.

May-21-08

Korea: The Forgotten War, Parts 1 & 2 (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m. EST

KOREA: THE FORGOTTEN WAR (parts 1 & 2) explores the long struggle half a world away, from the forces that shattered the postwar peace to the delicate resolution which set the stage for many of the tensest moments of the Cold War. With dramatic footage captured by combat cameras and first person accounts from soldiers, this is a fascinating examination of one of the most important events of modern times.

May-20-08

Showdown at Leyte Gulf (Click here to buy video online)
11:00 p.m. EST

This is the dramatic story of the greatest naval battle in history; the final time the main forces of two great navies would slug it out with big guns and torpedoes in close combat.

May-19-08

Battle History of the U.S. Marines (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 1:00 a.m., 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10 am, 12, 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 pm EST

The most dramatic combat footage ever recorded and interviews with highly-decorated soldiers highlight this definitive history of the U.S. Marine Corps in battle.

May-18-08

Battle History of the U.S. Air Force (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 1:00 a.m., 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 am, 12, 1, 2, 3, 4, EST

Filled with extraordinary footage from the cockpit and the ground of encounters throughout the 20th century, THE BATTLE HISTORY OF THE U.S. AIR FORCE is a panoramic look at airborne combat.

May-18-08

Battle History of the U.S. Marines (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m., 10 pm EST

The most dramatic combat footage ever recorded and interviews with highly-decorated soldiers highlight this definitive history of the U.S. Marine Corps in battle.

May-17-08

Battle History of the U.S. Air Force (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m., 10 pm, 11 pm EST

Filled with extraordinary footage from the cockpit and the ground of encounters throughout the 20th century, the BATTLE HISTORY OF THE U.S. AIR FORCE is a panoramic look at airborne combat.

May-16-08

Death From Above: History of the Airborne Infantry (Click here to buy video online)
2:00 a.m., 6:00 a.m., 10 am, 2 pm, 6 pm EST

They are deployed where the going is desperate, time is short, and the odds horrendous. This is the riveting history of airborne assault.

May-15-08

Imperial Sunset at Saipan (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 4:00 a.m., 8 am, 12pm, 4 pm EST

IMPERIAL SUNSET AT SAIPAN is a detailed examination of the epic engagement that saw over 50,000 casualties and ended with the Japanese military fatally weakened. Extensive footage shows the fighting on land, air, and sea, and soldiers who were there recall the terror and destruction of the nearly month-long fight.

May-15-08

Death From Above: History of the Airborne Infantry (Click here to buy video online)
10:00 p.m. EST

They are deployed where the going is desperate, time is short, and the odds horrendous. This is the riveting history of airborne assault.

May-14-08

Shock Troops (Click here to buy video online)
3:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m., 11 am, 3, 7 pm EST

This extraordinary program is an up-close look at the world's elite troops, from the U.S. Army's Green Berets to the French Foreign Legion, the Russian Airborne to the British SAS. Military experts and historians reveal how these elite units formed, and explore their crucial roles in some of the 20th century's great battles. Remarkable footage shows the danger and daring of their vital operations, while interviews with team members offers rare insight into life in these elite troops.

May-14-08

Imperial Sunset at Saipan (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m. EST

IMPERIAL SUNSET AT SAIPAN is a detailed examination of the epic engagement that saw over 50,000 casualties and ended with the Japanese military fatally weakened. Extensive footage shows the fighting on land, air, and sea, and soldiers who were there recall the terror and destruction of the nearly month-long fight.

May-13-08

Shock Troops (Click here to buy video online)
11:00 p.m. EST

This extraordinary program is an up-close look at the world's elite troops, from the U.S. Army's Green Berets to the French Foreign Legion, the Russian Airborne to the British SAS. Military experts and historians reveal how these elite units formed, and explore their crucial roles in some of the 20th century's great battles. Remarkable footage shows the danger and daring of their vital operations, while interviews with team members offers rare insight into life in these elite troops.

May-12-08

Battle History of the U.S. Navy (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 1:00 a.m., 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 am, 12, 1, 2, 3, 4, EST

THE BATTLE HISTORY OF THE U.S. NAVY chronicles the epic engagements of the U.S. Navy from the Revolution to the Gulf War.

May-11-08

Battle History of the U.S. Army (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 1:00 a.m., 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 am, 12, 1, 2, 3, 4, EST

This stirring set follows the U.S. Army from its days under Washington's command to the 21st century engagements in the Balkans and Afghanistan, re-living its triumphs, profiling its legendary leaders, and tracing its evolution.

May-11-08

Battle History of the U.S. Navy (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m., 10 pm, 11 pm EST

THE BATTLE HISTORY OF THE U.S. NAVY chronicles the epic engagements of the U.S. Navy from the Revolution to the Gulf War.

May-10-08

Battle History of the U.S. Army (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m., 10 pm, 11 pm EST

This is the stirring account of the U.S. Army from its days under Washington's command to the 21st century engagements in the Balkans and Afghanistan, re-living its triumphs, profiling its legendary leaders, and tracing its evolution.

May-09-08

Iwo Jima: Hell's Volcano (Click here to buy video online)
2:00 a.m., 6:00 a.m., 10 am, 2 pm, 6 pm EST

In a war filled with epic battles and tales of astounding bravery, Iwo Jima stands out. On the rugged, volcanic island just 760 miles from Tokyo, over 25,000 men died and more than 17,000 were wounded. IWO JIMA: HELL'S VOLCANO is the ultimate chronicle of this momentous battle.

May-08-08

Iwo Jima: Hell's Volcano (Click here to buy video online)
10:00 p.m. EST

In a war filled with epic battles and tales of astounding bravery, Iwo Jima stands out. On the rugged, volcanic island just 760 miles from Tokyo, over 25,000 men died and more than 17,000 were wounded. IWO JIMA: HELL'S VOLCANO is the ultimate chronicle of this momentous battle.

May-07-08

Bloody Hills of Peleliu (Click here to buy video online)
3:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m., 11 am, 3, 7 pm EST

THE BLOODY HILLS OF PELELIU is a probing look at a battle that was meant to take days but ended up lasting two months at the cost of over 13,500 lives. Graphic combat footage captures the agonizing advance of the U.S. forces, while Marines and Japanese survivors recall the long fight. Military experts detail the shifting strategies of the battle, and examine the objectives and cost.

May-06-08

Bloody Hills of Peleliu (Click here to buy video online)
11:00 p.m. EST

THE BLOODY HILLS OF PELELIU is a probing look at a battle that was meant to take days but ended up lasting two months at the cost of over 13,500 lives. Graphic combat footage captures the agonizing advance of the U.S. forces, while Marines and Japanese survivors recall the long fight. Military experts detail the shifting strategies of the battle, and examine the objectives and cost.

May-04-08

Battle Group: Halsey (Click here to buy video online)
12:00 a.m., 4:00 a.m., 8 am, 12pm, 4 pm EST

BATTLE GROUP: HALSEY talks with the officers and sailors who served under Bull and reviews his tactics and strategies to paint a multi-faceted portrait of the legendary admiral. While he has nearly as many critics as supporters, there is no doubt that Bull Halsey was the most charismatic of all the carrier admirals.

May-03-08

Battle Group: Halsey (Click here to buy video online)
8:00 p.m. EST

BATTLE GROUP: HALSEY talks with the officers and sailors who served under Bull and reviews his tactics and strategies to paint a multi-faceted portrait of the legendary admiral. While he has nearly as many critics as supporters, there is no doubt that Bull Halsey was the most charismatic of all the carrier admirals.

May-02-08

Eye on History: D-Day (Click here to buy video online)
2:00 a.m., 6:00 a.m., 10 am, 2, 6 pm EST

The D-Day landings signaled the beginning of the end for Nazi Germany. This thrilling program brings the epic invasion to life through the recollections of soldiers on both sides and extensive footage from government archives. This is the story of D-Day told as it has never been before, through the eyes and in the words of the frightened kids and hardened soldiers who fought on the coast of France.

Jul-09-07

Shock Troops (Click here to buy video online)
3:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m., 11 am, 3 pm, 7 pm EST

This extraordinary program is an up-close look at the world's elite troops, from the U.S. Army's Green Berets to the French Foreign Legion, the Russian Airborne to the British SAS. Military experts and historians reveal how these elite units formed, and explore their crucial roles in some of the 20th century's great battles. Remarkable footage shows the danger and daring of their vital operations, while interviews with team members offers rare insight into life in these elite troops.