The television series M*A*S*H premiered on CBS, introducing viewers to the 4077th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital during the Korean War.
The last episode of M*A*S*H, titled 'Goodbye, Farewell and Amen,' aired, becoming the most-watched television broadcast in American history at the time.
M*A*S*H received the Peabody Award recognizing its excellence in television programming.
The series won multiple Emmy Awards over its run, including Outstanding Comedy Series.
Alan Alda's portrayal of Hawkeye Pierce gained critical acclaim and became iconic.
The 4077th M*A*S*H unit is established and begins operations during the Korean War.
Captain Benjamin Franklin 'Hawkeye' Pierce arrives at the 4077th as chief surgeon.
Captain Trapper John McIntyre arrives at the 4077th and becomes Hawkeye's close friend and surgical partner.
Private Radar O'Reilly becomes the company clerk, known for his uncanny ability to anticipate events.
Major Margaret Houlihan assumes command over the nursing staff at the 4077th.
Father Mulcahy is assigned as the chaplain for the 4077th, offering spiritual support to the unit.
Major Frank Burns arrives as a surgeon and frequently clashes with Hawkeye and Trapper.
Hawkeye and Trapper perform an emergency surgery under difficult circumstances, solidifying their reputation.
Major Charles Emerson Winchester III replaces Frank Burns as the chief surgeon, bringing a refined approach.
Captain B.J. Hunnicutt replaces Trapper John as Hawkeye's new partner and friend.
Following the end of their service, Hawkeye Pierce is discharged from the 4077th M*A*S*H unit.
With the Korean War ending, the 4077th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital is officially disbanded and personnel are reassigned.
