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Marine War Heroes #2

Mar 1964 · Charlton · 0.12 USD
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"1-Man Assault Wave" depicts the Battle of Okinawa, where Corporal Randall miraculously survives enemy fire and, after being wounded, single-handedly takes out Japanese machine gun positions to aid his fellow Marines. The narrative emphasizes the brutal fighting in the caves, with over 44,500 American casualties and 90,000 Japanese defenders killed during the campaign toward Tokyo.

Contains 5 stories
The Tank Destroyer
9 pp · War

On the night of September 17, 1950, PFC Randall, a young rocket gunner with Company B, 2nd Marines, finds himself alone on a hill overlooking the Seoul Highway as enemy tanks advance under cover of darkness. With his comrades pinned down and the situation desperate, he takes decisive action—firing his bazooka under heavy fire to stop the armored assault, even as he’s targeted by enemy machine guns.

Strength of a Nation
1 pp · Advocacy

A young immigrant arrives in America with hope and determination, drawn by the promise of freedom and equality. Through a powerful, heartfelt message, the story emphasizes the unifying strength of a diverse nation where people from all backgrounds come together as free Americans.

One Man Assault Wave
8 pp · War

CPL HAUGE leads his machine gun squad in a fierce assault on a heavily fortified Japanese hill position during the Battle of Okinawa, using quick thinking and bold initiative to push forward despite intense enemy fire. When his squad is pinned down, he takes a daring solo charge to eliminate enemy machine gun nests, coordinating fire with his men and using grenades to clear the way—his actions turning the tide of the attack.

Symbol of Freedom
1 pp · Advocacy

A young man stands in awe before the iconic buildings of Washington D.C., reflecting on the meaning of freedom and the legacy of those who fought to preserve it. Through quiet moments of reverence and personal memory, he connects with the enduring spirit of democracy embodied in the nation’s capital.

All Men Are Enemies
6 pp · War

A wounded Marine, presumed dead after a brutal stand at Chozen Reservoir, resurfaces six weeks later as a lone, relentless guerrilla fighting behind enemy lines, his actions baffling both allies and foes. When a group of Marines encounters him, they must grapple with the truth of his survival and the shattered mind that drives him—while trying to reach the man beneath the madness.

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writer Joe Gill
cover pencils, inks Dick Giordano

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