Watching M*A*S*H, Watching America

Set against the backdrop of the Korean War, the characters of M*A*S*H, including Hawkeye Pierce and Margaret Houlihan, navigate personal and social dilemmas, reflecting the evolving values of the 1970s and early 1980s. The show cleverly uses humor and drama to address contemporary issues, allowing audiences to engage with themes of war, friendship, and societal change through the lens of military life.