Battle Stories (1952 Fawcett) comic books
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Issue #1
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Stories and art by George Evans and others. Pre-Code war comics from Fawcett, created during the height of the Korean War. A war correspondent, assigned to find out what frontline soldiers really think about the Korean War, gets a real earful. A captain who doesn't like dogs must deal with Hamlet, the Great Dane assigned to his combat unit, in a story with art by EC legend George Evans. Kelly is proud to be driving a bulldozer for the 11th Squadron, and when they're pinned down by the enemy, the 'dozer saves the day. The Winning of Tomorrow; Killer Cat; A Pork Chop for Hamlet. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.
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Issue #2
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Stories and art by Bob Powell and John Martin. Pre-Code war comics from Fawcett, created during the height of the Korean War. A GI who prepared for jungle warfare must figure out how to survive an aerial attack, in a story with art by comics legend Bob Powell. A sergeant leads five novice soldiers into the thick of the Korean War. A combat medic is conflicted when he must care for an enemy soldier. A Bird of Prey; The Mark of a Hero; Schnozzle Strike; A Pill For Pu-Yi. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.
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Issue #3
$6.30
$6.30
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Stories and art by Clem Weisbecker and John Martin. Pre-Code war comics from Fawcett, created during the height of the Korean War. "Desmond's Desperadoes" make trouble for the enemy with guerilla-like attacks behind enemy lines. US soldiers set out to capture an intact MIG-15 fighter jet so it can be studied, but that's no easy task. The crew of a damaged submarine must survive three hours of depth charges and enemy bombardment before they can escape under darkness. Desmond's Desperadoes!; Salutin' Sammie; Wanted: One MIG-15; Hits or Misses; Korean Hot Rod; Three Hours to Moonset! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.
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Issue #4
$9.00
$6.30
Stories and art by Joe Certa, Mike Sekowsky, Mike Peppe and John Martin. Pre-Code war comics from Fawcett, created during the height of the Korean War. US ships struggle to avoid floating enemy mines during the Korean War. Infantry foot soldiers are relieved by the timely arrival of a tank brigade. An outnumbered squadron tries to hold a mountain pass. Joint Effort; Well Done; They Stood and They Held; Call on Us Any Time. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.
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Issue #5
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Cover by Carl Pfeufer. Stories and art by Clem Weisbecker and John Martin. Pre-Code war comics from Fawcett, created during the height of the Korean War. A submarine crew under attack tries to carry on after their captain is wounded. A US soldier undertakes a suicide mission. The appropriately named Pvt. Joe Waite is eager for action, after being stationed for months on a remote Korean island. Theyve Got to Kill Me!; According to the Book; Bases Loaded; R Is for Rotation. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.
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Issue #6
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Pre-Code war comics from Fawcett, created during the height of the Korean War. Soldiers in a POW camp plan a hasty escape when a US bombing run strikes the camp. A mountain in Korea is the subject of so much fighting, it gains the nickname Plasma Peak. Pvt. Puggo Wilson is an unrepentant thief and swindler, but even a cad is capable of heroism. Combined Operation; Situation Normal; High Sign; Above and Beyond the Call of Duty; The Peril on Plasma Peak; A Pardon for Puggo. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.
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Issue #7
$9.00
Stories and art by Clem Weisbecker and Pete Costanza. Pre-Code war comics from Fawcett, created during the height of the Korean War. A young soldier faces a trial by fire on the front lines in Korea. Sgt. Cragg gives his platoon a pep talk that they'll never forget. A sailor terrified of battle earns the nickname "Landlubber," and only an act of heroism can redeem him. Youll Never Be Twenty!; As You Were!; Decoy; Platoon Forward!; Landlubber! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.
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Issue #8
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Stories and art by Joe Certa, Carl Pfeufer and Pete Costanza. Pre-Code war comics from Fawcett, created during the height of the Korean War. Combat pilot Jeff only needs one more victory to become an Ace, but that's just the point where his buddy Bob was shot down. Masters is one of the toughest soldiers in Korea, but he repeatedly turns down promotions to a higher rank. A US infantry captain must figure out how to take out an enemy tank unit. Target for Today; The Ride of Death!; To Each His Share; Cannon Fodder!; Hit 'Em Where It Hurts!. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.
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Issue #9
$20.00
Stories and art by Clem Weisbecker, Mo Marcus, Carl Pfeufer and Pete Costanza. Pre-Code war comics from Fawcett, created during the height of the Korean War. Pinned down by enemy fire, a platoon must depend on Hennie, who has a score to settle after his brother was killed in the war. A sergeant and a lieutenant try to settle their differences on the battlefield when it turns out they both have a picture of the same gal back home. A US platoon and a Scottish fusiliers squadron must make some mighty adjustments when they share an assignment, in a story with unusually whimsical art for this title. Surprise Attack; No Time For Cupid; Fighting Man; Bill Battle: A Lot of Enemy. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.
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Issue #10
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Stories and art by John Martin and Pete Costanza. Pre-Code war comics from Fawcett, created during the height of the Korean War. Pfc. Sam, as the highest ranking officer, is put in charge of the "walking wounded" making their way to the medic station after a battle. Perce and his bomber crew target an enemy oil dump, but their aircraft is a target at the same time. Bill Battle realizes that a brutal enemy commander he believed dead is still alive. Walking Wounded; Flak Bait; Village of Sealed Lips; Bill Battle: The Ape of Pung-Noi; Flight Mission. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.
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Issue #11
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Stories and art by John Martin and Pete Costanza. Pre-Code war comics from Fawcett, created during the height of the Korean War. A military chaplain on the front lines is ordered to retreat to a medical station, but that's not a simple journey. An artist is sent to the front lines to get pictures of the 45th Infantry Division in action. Bill Battle and his squad are assigned to bring supplies to guerilla resistance fighters behind enemy lines. Hot-Tempered Hailey; What D'You Want -Blood?; Dateline: Korea; Submarine Commandos; Bill Battle: Massacre At Munyang. Final issue of the series. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.
