Shows

Through the Decades

Schedule

Tue 8:00AM ET, Tue 8:00PM ET
July 5
On July 5, “Through the Decades” remembers the day in 1975 that Arthur Ashe became the first African-American man to win Wimbledon. We also take a look back on when the bikini was unveiled in Paris in 1946, launching the beachwear that made a splash around the world. And on the day of his birth, we profile ‘80s pop star Huey Lewis.
Wed 8:00AM ET, Wed 8:00PM ET
July 6
On July 6, Through the Decades we’re going back in time to the opening night of the Fab Four’s first feature film. We also revisit the nuclear test that left a massive crater in Nevada and we celebrate the life and career of Merv Griffin on the day of his birth.
Thu 8:00AM ET, Thu 8:00PM ET
July 7
On July 7, Through the Decades turns back the lens of time on the day in history when women were first welcomed as cadets at the United States Military Academy at West Point. We’re also remembering when Johnny Cash made his Grand Ole Opry debut and on the day of his birth we celebrate the life and legacy of Satchel Paige.
Fri 8:00AM ET, Fri 8:00PM ET
July 8
On July 8, “Through the Decades” remembers the day in 1976 that Queen Elizabeth visited the U.S. to pay tribute to the former British colony’s bicentennial. We also take a look back on when the Spice Girls released their girl power anthem “Wannabe” in 1996, captivating fans around the world with their sugary sound. And on the day of his birth, we profile actor Kevin Bacon.
Sat 8:00AM ET
Vietnam
Through the Decades relives the stories of Vietnam, including when Draft Lottery protests, the Tet Offensive, and the how the unpopular war came to a close.
Mon 8:00AM ET, Mon 8:00PM ET
July 11
On July 11, “Through the Decades” remembers the day in 1804 that Founding Father Alexander Hamilton met his political nemesis Aaron Burr for a duel – resulting in Hamilton’s demise. We also take a look back on when Harper Lee’s bestselling novel “To Kill a Mockingbird” was published in 1960, and on the day of his birth, we profile fashion legend Giorgio Armani.
Tue 8:00AM ET, Jul 12, 8:00PM ET
July 12
On July 12, “Through the Decades” remembers the day in 1979 of Disco Demolition, a baseball promotional stunt where disco records were blown up on the field between White Sox games – causing a riot. We also take a look back on when the popular game show “Family Feud” premiered in 1976, and on the day of his birth, we profile fitness guru Richard Simmons.
Jul 13, 8:00AM ET, Jul 13, 8:00PM ET
July 13
On July 13, Through the Decades turns back the lens of time on the day in history when the Hollywood sign was officially dedicated, the federal government loaned money to Lockheed Martin, the music world participated in Live Aid to help raise money for starving people in Africa, The World Cup began, a computer worm named Code Red was discovered, Barbara Jordan gave a dramatic speech at the Democratic National Convention and the American Medical Association revealed a cover up on the real risks caused by smoking.
Jul 14, 8:00AM ET, Jul 14, 8:00PM ET
July 14
On July 14, Through the Decades turns back the lens of time on the day in history when Hollywood helped California raisin farmers bounce back from a crisis. We’re also remembering when Citation became the first million dollar horse and on the day of his birth we celebrate the life and career of Woody Guthrie.
Jul 15, 8:00AM ET, Jul 15, 8:00PM ET
July 15
On July 15, “Through the Decades” remembers the day in 1988 that “Die Hard,” the wildly successful action thriller, was released – kicking off a long-lived franchise. We also take a look back on when fashion designer Gianni Versace was murdered in 1997, and on the day of his birth, we profile actor Forest Whitaker.
Jul 16, 8:00AM ET
Amazing Animals
Through the Decades takes the hour to tell the stories of amazing animals in the spotlight, including television's loyal Lassie, the wayward whale Humphrey, and the legendary Loch Ness monster.
Jul 18, 8:00AM ET, Jul 18, 8:00PM ET
July 18
On July 18, “Through the Decades” remembers the day in 1976 that 14-year-old Nadia Comaneci became the first gymnast to achieve a perfect score of 10 at the Olympics. We also take a look back on when the wreckage of the Titanic was discovered on the floor of the North Atlantic Ocean in 1986, and on the day of his birth, we profile journalist and author Hunter S. Thompson.
Jul 19, 8:00AM ET, Jul 19, 8:00PM ET
July 19
On July 19, “Through the Decades” remembers the day in 1941 that Winston Churchill rallied millions with the “V for Victory” campaign during World War II. We also take a look back on when Democrat Geraldine Ferraro became the first female vice presidential candidate representing a major party in 1984. And on the day of his birth, we profile actor and comedian Don Knotts.

Article

Relive the Apollo 11 moon landing with a special episode of 'Through the Decades'

On July 20, 2016, Decades TV Network commemorates the July 20, 1969, moon landing with 'Through the Decades' special "Go: The Great Race."

Slideshow

Through the Decades remembers the victims of the infamous Richard Speck murder spree 50 years later

On July 14, 1966, Richard Speck murdered eight student nurses from South Chicago Community Hospital.

On the 50th anniversary of their death, Through the Decades remembers the victims through those who knew them best. Here's a behind-the-scenes look at our special including rare photos from friends and family.