The History Channel en Espanol Debuts on DISH Network

NEW YORK/ENGLEWOOD, February 1: DISH Network has launched
The History Channel en espanol on its DishLATINO platform, marking the
operator’s 37th Spanish-language channel.

The A&E Television Networks-operated channel will offer
DishLATINO customers highlights from The History Channel’s offerings, along
with programming that centers around Latino roots and culture. Beginning this
month, the network will also premiere a special schedule of programming to
celebrate the its launch, including a week of Mexican-themed content, leading
into the two-hour premiere of The Mexican Revolution on February 24.

Network executives have also unveiled a special marketing
initiative to support the channel’s launch. New subscribers who sign up for any
of the DishLATINO packages will receive a DVD with two series about soccer: Height
of Passion: Argentina (Pasion
extrema: Argentina) and Champions
of the World: Mexico (Campeones
del mundo: Mexico).

"The History Channel en espanol provides Latino
consumers an unmatched window into their history and culture, with a rich
perspective that is unique on the television landscape," said David Zagin,
the executive VP of distribution at A&E Television Networks. "We are
delighted to be partnering with DISH Network, one of the nation's largest
multichannel TV providers and a leader when it comes to delivering their
Hispanic audience a rich and robust offering of quality programming."

"DISH Network is pleased to offer The History Channel
en espanol, with its unique schedule of quality programming tailored to the
Latino audience," said Eric Sahl, the senior VP of programming for DISH
Network. "This will have a broad appeal for all Latinos, providing
subscribers with a unique and compelling reason to select our DishLATINO
programming."

—By Ned Berke