The Scorpion #8
In "Dangerous Encounter," Professor Gilford—renowned archaeologist and secret master thief the Scorpion—races to reclaim the Hapsburg Jewels from Nazi hands, donning the identity of a high-ranking German officer to pull off the heist. Inspector Harrold, closing in on Gilford’s double life, follows him across the border, setting up a tense cat-and-mouse game in occupied Germany. Written and illustrated by Monty Wedd, this 1955 thriller blends espionage, disguise, and daring theft, with cover art by Wedd capturing the stakes in a striking, period-accurate design.
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Professor Gilford, a recognized authority on archaeology, sits reading the newspaper when he learns the Nazis have come into possession of the Hapsburg Jewels. He quickly decides that in his guise as master thief the Scorpion he must steal them for himself. Inspector Harrold of Scotland Yard has come to suspect that Gilford may be the Scorpion, but as of yet has no proof. The inspector pursues Gilford to Germany, where the Scorpion disguises himself as Nazi "General Von Ludendoff" and proceeds with his plan.
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