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MILITARY CHANNEL EXPLORES THE FAST-PACED ADVENTURES

OF THE MODERN U.S. NAVY IN THE LANDMARK MINI-SERIES, AT SEA

 - Three-Part Special Offers a Glimpse Inside the War on Maritime Piracy -

(Silver Spring, Md.) - The United States Navy has transformed into a sleek, high tech, and forward deployed military asset prepared to assist allies in crisis or strike against enemies at any moment.  In a time of global uncertainty and unrest, the U.S. Navy is in the midst of innovative technological advances that have enhanced the way they protect the seas in the face of an ever-changing enemy.  Now, the three-part special AT SEA will allow viewers to experience first hand the revolutionary changes that are currently taking place in the mission, manpower and machinery of this unmatched maritime force.  In cooperation with the U.S. Navy, Military Channel cameras were granted access to capture key moments unfolding on the waters around the world, as well as rarely documented operations, weapons and technologies across the breadth of Naval operations.  Each hour-long episode focuses on some of the new responsibilities of the U.S. Navy, as well as new technologies and training necessary to achieve success on the high seas.  The visually stunning mini-series AT SEA premieres Sunday, August 9 through Tuesday, August 11 at 10 PM ET on Military Channel.

"No naval force in history has been tasked with such a wide range of missions and the scope of what the U.S. Navy accomplishes is both incredible and inspiring," said Clark Bunting, president and general manager of Military Channel.  "Military Channel is honored to present the sweeping documentary AT SEA, which provides a 360-degree look into the skill and bravery that men and women exhibit every day to uphold the freedom of the seas."

The U.S. Navy is a powerful and versatile asset to the seas, and is now responsible for a wider array of missions than ever before.  Patrolling the world's oceans, their task is to maintain the freedom of the seas and AT SEA showcases the global role of the U.S. ships, aircraft, sailors and Marines.  Many shows have taken viewers inside the technology, but for the first time, AT SEA also takes viewers on a journey through the leadership and management of the U.S. Navy on a global scale.  Viewers will hear real-life stories told by the men and women who risk their lives every day to protect and ensure peace on the open seas, and receive a first-hand account of what, why, when and how the U.S. Navy operates from the people comprising the ranks.

This comprehensive special features exclusive footage shot by Military Channel's embedded crews aboard U.S. Navy ships.  Viewers will dive deep beneath the ocean's surface to explore the latest in attack submarines and fly shotgun in the world's most sophisticated combat aircraft as the U.S. Navy combats piracy, drug smuggling and international terrorism.  Each episode explores different units of the U.S. Navy, including the aviation, surface and submarine forces to understand how the teamwork between these units makes for a powerful and unstoppable military force.  From counter terrorism operations and anti-pirating task forces in the Gulf of Aden, the U.S. Navy is smarter, stealthier and more advanced than ever before.

AT SEA is produced by Single Malt Media LLC for Military Channel.  Brian J. Kelly is executive producer for Single Malt Media LLC, and Jack Smith is executive producer for Military Channel.  Clark Bunting is president and general manager of Discovery Emerging Networks.