Star Spangled War Stories #88
In "The Steel Trap!", a band of soldiers finds an unlikely ally in a mischievous monkey that mirrors their sergeant’s every move—until its mimicry becomes the key to survival when a tank rolls in. Written by Hank Chapman and brought to life with gritty detail by artist Russ Heath, this 1959 installment of *Star Spangled War Stories* blends wartime tension with a touch of unexpected charm. The cover by Jerry Grandenetti captures the moment’s intensity with sharp, dynamic lines.
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A monkey tags along with a band of soldiers, imitating all the actions of the sergeant, which leads it to save them all from an oncoming tank.
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