M*A*S*H FAQ

				
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This faq was originally created and maintained by Mark Rosteck. After 
several unsuccessfull attempts by various subscribers on alt.tv.mash to 
get in touch with him, I voluntered and took over the job of maintaining it.

I have also included information from Andy Lawson's faq at mash4077.co.uk  

Last updated 2002-08-03
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PURPOSE OF THIS FAQ:
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   If any regular TV series should have its own newsgroup, M*A*S*H definitely
qualifies.  Created as a spin-off of the original M*A*S*H movie, it has won
countless numbers of awards, world-wide critical acclaim and the devotion of
an army of loyal fans.  Its final episode still holds the record for being the
most-watched single show in television history, and millions of viewers can't
be wrong!
   The 251 episodes of M*A*S*H have had the effect of making the regular cast
seem almost like family members to us.  For this reason, the majority of
questions posted to the Usenet newsgroup alt.tv.mash inquire about character
backgrounds, idiosyncracies, famous quotations, memorable scenes, and other
sentimental things.  This FAQ hopes to provide the answers to some of these
questions... as well as to stir up other ideas and opinions that can be shared
with the newsgroup!

NOTE:   PLEASE SEND ANY UPDATES, ADDITIONS, CORRECTIONS OR CRITICISMS TO:
-----   Elf .

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TABLE OF CONTENTS:
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   Q01: Which awards did M*A*S*H receive over its illustrious 11-year span?
   Q02: Have any books or guides about M*A*S*H been published?
   Q03: Where were the M*A*S*H episodes filmed?
   Q04: What would a M*A*S*H Family Tree look like?
   Q05: Did any now-famous actors play small bit-parts on the M*A*S*H series?
   Q06: What were some of the "Potterisms" uttered by our beloved Colonel?
   Q07: Which paintings did Colonel Potter make while at the 4077th?
   Q08: Which films were shown (or talked about being shown) at the 4077th?
   Q09: What is the exact wording of some famous M*A*S*H quotations?
   Q10: What are the full lyrics to the theme song, "Suicide is Painless"?
   Q11: What are the lyrics to the Army song in the episode "Movie Tonight"?
   Q12: What are some of the crazy Section-8 stunts that Klinger has pulled?
   Q13: What are some significant addresses on (or from) M*A*S*H?
   Q14: What are the rumours about various cast members leaving the show?
   Q15: Which tents/structures/areas make up the 4077th camp?
   Q16: From where is B.J. Hunnicut's first name derived?
   Q17: Why did Colonel Blake sometimes say "Abyssinia" instead of goodbye?
   Q18: The emotions in the O.R. scene of "Abyssinia, Henry" right after Henry's
       death looked so real!  Why was that? 
   Q19: Are the rumours true about Radar O'Reilly having a deformed hand?
   Q20: Who owns the faceless voice that does all the P.A. announcements?  
       It usually isn't Radar or Klinger.
   Q21: What is the name of Radar's teddy bear.
   Q22: Is M*A*S*H available on video or DVD?
   Q23: Which episode did Richard Gere appear in? 
   Q24: What is the name of Col. Potter's horse?
   Q25: Is the actress Terry Farrell (Star Trek DS9) related to Mike Farrell?  
   Q26: Did any actors on the show serve in the Korean War?
   Q27: What brand of bra does Klinger wear and what size is it?
   Q28: What piece of music is Charles teaching the chinese musicians in the 
       last episode.
   Q29: Was Gary Burghoff (Radar) difficult to work with?
   Q30: Which episode did Vic Tayback appear in?
   Q31: What is the episode "A Smile, a Song and a Surprise"? 
   Q32: What kind of helicopter is used in the opening credits
   Q33: I've heard that Harry Morgan beat up his wife, is that true?
   Q34: Is the sign above the entrance of the Swamp a peace symbol?
   Q35: Who is Elsig?
   Q36: Are there any episode guides available?
   Q37: Is the Korean language spoken on the show genuine?
   * Appendix01: List of contributors to the FAQ.