American Heroes Channel Archives

AHC special looks at the “Rise of the Berlin Wall”

November 6, 2014 Jeff Pfeiffer

This month marks the 25th anniversary of when the notorious Berlin Wall fell, in 1989. While many may recall the amazing scenes, not as many may remember the beginnings of the Berlin Wall in the 1960s. American Heroes Channel (AHC) will take a look back with the special Rise of the Berlin Wall, airing Nov. 6 at 10pm ET. From AHC: “On the morning of August 13, 1965, the citizens of Berlin woke to a chorus of pneumatic drills and tanks, only to discover that their capital had been physically divided by a barbed wire fence. While the majority of […]

Military Channel becoming American Heroes Channel in March 2014

January 9, 2014 Jeff Pfeiffer

Discovery Communications announced today that its Military Channel will be changing its name to American Heroes Channel (AHC) starting Monday, March 3, 2014. A release says that the rebranded network will “expand on the Military Channel’s promise to honor the great defenders of our freedom, while providing a rare glimpse into major events that shaped our world and the trailblazers and unexpected advocates who made a difference.” Discovery says that American Heroes Channel will feature an expanded mix of programming targeted to a primarily male audience of P25-54. The first year of AHC will include 17 new series and specials, […]