The Lonely War of Willy Schultz

A compelling, human-scale war comic published by Avalon Communications, The Lonely War of Willy Schultz (1999–present) follows a German-American soldier trapped behind enemy lines during World War II, forced to fight for survival while navigating a crisis of identity and loyalty. Writer Willi Franz and artist Sam Glanzman crafted this four-issue series with a gritty, introspective tone that stands apart from typical wartime heroics, focusing instead on the psychological toll of conflict. Glanzman’s raw, expressive art—honed on his own war experiences—gives the story a documentary-like authenticity, making it a quietly significant entry in the genre.