Nielsen says final episode of ‘Afghanistan’ drew biggest ratings in 12 seasons

Pure ratings gold.

By Grumpy

HOLLYWOOD — Fans of “Afghanistan,” the longest-running military drama in U.S. history, tuned in for the show's finale in numbers not seen in more than a decade, according to ratings company Nielsen.

“We are very grateful to our loyal fans who stayed with us all the way through,” producers said in a statement. “And we also appreciate the fair-wea…