The History Channel Frequently Asked Questions

Following is a list of our most frequently asked questions. The FAQ section is frequently updated, so check back often. If the answer to your question is not listed below, you can e-mail us with your comments or questions.

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1. How do I get more information on THE HISTORY CHANNEL?
   To receive a general background kit on A&E Television Networks, write to:
   A&E Television Networks
   235 East 45th street
   New York, NY 10017.
   Attn.: Viewer Relations - Press Kit Requests.
   

   Since A&E Television Networks is a privately held company, a joint venture between The Hearst Corporation, ABC and NBC, we do not publish an annual report.

2. What is the mailing address for THE HISTORY CHANNEL? Is every letter, e-mail and phone call registered and what does THE HISTORY CHANNEL do with this information?
   You can write to us at:
   THE HISTORY CHANNEL
   Viewer Relations
   235 East 45th Street
   New York, NY 10017.
   We read and attempt to answer each e-mail, letter or phone call, but we cannot be responsible for lost or misdirected communications.

3. Can THE HISTORY CHANNEL help me gather information for a school report or a research project?
   Since THE HISTORY CHANNEL is not a resource center, we cannot help you gather additional information for school reports or research projects beyond what is included in our shows. Please check you local library or continue your research on-line. On the web, try the 15,000-name Biography database.

4. Why do you have The History Channel logo in the corner of the screen during programs?
   Currently, the average cable system has 35 channels, with some systems having as many as 100. The prediction is that this number will continue to grow and while this growth has given consumers a wider choice, it has also created a challenge. Many viewers choose what to watch by simply "surfing" through the channels until they find something they like. They do not necessarily know what network they are watching.

   We receive many calls and letters indicating that the on-screen logo helps viewers find THE HISTORY CHANNEL more quickly and that it helps them associate the programs they like with THE HISTORY CHANNEL, making it easier to find it when they want to watch.

5. My local programming provider doesnąt currently carry THE HISTORY CHANNEL, what can I do to convince them to carry THE HISTORY CHANNEL?
   Each programming provider or cable system makes its own decision regarding which channels they will carry for their subscribers. There may be many reasons why your local programming provider is not carrying THE HISTORY CHANNEL. Lack of channel space is a common problem. Therefore, it is important that you and your friends continue to call your local programming provider or cable company and express your interest in THE HISTORY CHANNEL programming. Viewer demand is the quickest way to convince a local programming provider or cable company to add a new channel.

   We are in constant negotiations with programming providers and cable systems that do not carry THE HISTORY CHANNEL. Hopefully our efforts, along with your calls to your local programming provider, will result in the addition of THE HISTORY CHANNEL to your line-up.

6. Are tours available of The History Channel studios?
   There are no tours available of The History Channel's studios.

7. Are there any full-time jobs or internship positions available at The History Channel?
   For employment or internship information, write to:
   A&E Television Networks
   Human Resource Department
   235 East 45th Street
   New York, NY 10017.

   You can also call our job hot-line at 212-210-1499.

8. Can I use content from The History Channel web site on my site?
   No. All of the content on THE HISTORY CHANNEL web site, including graphics, photos, multimedia and text, is protected under applicable laws, including but not limited to those pertaining to copyrights and trademarks, and cannot be used on any other site without the explicit written permission from THE HISTORY CHANNEL.

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