ABC established its first television station in New York on August 10, 1948. ABC, or the American Broadcasting System, serves as the flagship company of the Disney entertainment division of the Walt Disney Company. It has served as a radio and television broadcasting network for over 75 years. Here are a few fun facts about the company.

Fun Facts

• American Broadcasting Company Television Network will have been in business for 76 years this August 10th.
• ABC began broadcasting on WFIL-TV in Philadelphia.
• Their first debut show was named On The Corner and was hosted by Henry Morgan.
• Before making its mark in the television industry, ABC was a prominent figure in the radio business since 1943. This transition to television is a testament to the company’s adaptability and growth.
• ABC took over the NBC Blue Network.
• ABC’s expansion into other cities, such as Baltimore, Washington D.C., New York, Chicago, and Detroit, brought its unique programming to a wider audience, connecting people across the country and shaping the future of television.
• In March 1948, ABC Television Network bought the Duland Riding Academy at 7 West 66 Street. This significant move marked a new chapter in the company’s history, allowing it to transition to a new location and continue its journey of growth and progress.
• Despite the challenges, ABC Television Network persevered. The Federal Communications Commission froze applications for new channels in 1948, a stall that would last until 1952. This delay meant that many major cities in the United States went for years with a single channel or none like Denver. However, ABC’s determination and resilience saw them through this difficult period.