War Stories with Oliver North

War Stories with Oliver North (2002-2006)

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"War Stories with Oliver North" was a military history program on the Fox News Channel. Hosted by retired U.S. Marine Lieutenant Colonel Oliver "Ollie" North, of Iran–Contra affair fame, the program covered a number of different stories relating to war and national defense, featuring individuals who were directly involved with the topic covered in the episode.

Each episode focused on one of three areas:

A particular noteworthy individual, such as George Patton or Douglas MacArthurA particular battle, such as the Battle of Hamburger HillA segment devoted to a specific topic, such as the use of animals in the military or the Huey

The episodes were often based on current events; the episode which aired August 6, 2006 featured the history of Fidel Castro's rise to power (in light of Castro's temporary relinquishment of power) while the prior week's episode centered on Hezbollah. North ends the episode with the tagline, "his/hers/theirs is a war story, that deserves to be told".

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 20:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S06E05The Remarkable Life and Mysterious Death of General PattonApr 30, 2006
S04E48The Siege of Firebase RipcordMar 7, 2004
S02E25Winter Warriors: The 10th Mountain DivisionDec 15, 2002
S02E22Doolittle RaidersNov 22, 2002
S02E15Normandy!Jun 8, 2002
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'War Stories with Oliver North' premiere?

'War Stories with Oliver North' premiered on October 12, 2002.

Who was the host of 'War Stories with Oliver North'?

The host of 'War Stories with Oliver North' was Oliver North.

What network aired 'War Stories with Oliver North'?

'War Stories with Oliver North' aired on Fox News Channel.

What was the genre of 'War Stories with Oliver North'?

'War Stories with Oliver North' was a military documentary series.

What was the main topic of the episodes of 'War Stories with Oliver North'?

The main topic of the episodes of 'War Stories with Oliver North' was the history of various wars and military conflicts.

What was the length of each episode of 'War Stories with Oliver North'?

Each episode of 'War Stories with Oliver North' was approximately 60 minutes long.

Who was the target audience of 'War Stories with Oliver North'?

The target audience of 'War Stories with Oliver North' was people interested in military history and conflicts.

How many episodes were produced of 'War Stories with Oliver North'?

A total of 42 episodes were produced of 'War Stories with Oliver North'.

Was 'War Stories with Oliver North' a popular show among viewers?

Yes, 'War Stories with Oliver North' was a popular show among viewers and had a loyal following.

Did 'War Stories with Oliver North' receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, 'War Stories with Oliver North' received several awards and nominations, including a Primetime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Nonfiction Series in 2004.

What military conflicts were covered in 'War Stories with Oliver North'?

'War Stories with Oliver North' covered a variety of military conflicts, including the Gulf War, the Vietnam War, and World War II.

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