Are these fun facts about Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. true or false?
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From facts about the iconic series to the actors and its accomplishments, see if you can figure out whether these fun facts about Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. are true or false! Good luck!
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The Marine Corps gave the series unlimited access to its equipment.
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Because of Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C.'s military setting, the war was frequently discussed.
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The series ended after five seasons because Jim Nabors wanted to pursue a musical-variety show.
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CBS initially rejected the show because of the worry that female viewers would be put off by a show with a military theme.
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Despite the show's military setting, no real Marine Corps members ever made an appearance on the show.
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The only regular character associated with the platoon not to be promoted during the series' run was Sgt. Vince Carter.
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These Andy Griffith Show actors made an appearance on Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C.: Don Knotts, Andy Griffith, Howard Morris and Frances Bavier.
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Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. won three Emmy Awards during its time on TV.
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During the run of the show, Gomer's highest rank was Private First Class.
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Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. stayed in the Top 10 in Nielsen ratings for all five seasons.