HBO has sold rights to its Emmy-winning "Band of Brothers" to the History Channel, ensuring its exposure to a wider audience.

The History Channel plans to air the 10-hour miniseries in the spring, leading up to the 60th anniversary of D-Day on June 6. Premiere dates will be announced later.

"I can't imagine a better network for 'Band of Brothers,'" says Scott Carlin, head of domestic distribution for HBO. "The History Channel possesses the same values of historical accuracy that can be witnessed in this monumental production. ... It is comforting to see 'Band of Brothers' land in such respectful hands."

The miniseries, based on the book of the same name by Stephen Ambrose, tells the story of Easy Company, part of the U.S. Army's 101st Airborne Division, from its training in the early days of World War II through D-Day and the end of the war in Europe. It stars Damian Lewis, Donnie Wahlberg, Neal McDonough and Ron Livingston.

"Band of Brothers" was nominated for 19 Emmys in 2002 and won six, including the award for outstanding miniseries.

As part of its deal with HBO, the History Channel also acquired the documentary "We Stand Alone Together," in which surviving members of Easy Company recall the events dramatized in "Band of Brothers."