Very Rare Military Comics #41 (1945) CGC 9.0 Golden Age Blackhawk WWII Era

Description: Dive into the heart of the Golden Age of comics with Military Comics #41, featuring the iconic Blackhawk. Published in 1945 by Quality Comics, this issue is a treasured piece of history, both for its artistic contribution led by Al Bryant and for the stories that entertained during a turbulent time. The comic comes professionally graded by the Certified Guaranty Company (CGC) with an impressive 9.0 Very Fine/Near Mint rating, ensuring its quality and preservation.Issue #41 is not only a representation of military genre excellence but also a testament to the enduring legacy of US Comics tradition. With its certification number 1970829003, this piece is set to be a centerpiece in any collection, appealing to both serious collectors and fans of the series. This comic was originally purchased from Heritage Auctions with the auction sticker on the bag for the slab from Lot #: 15342 "Military Comics" was a Golden Age comic book series best known for introducing and featuring the Blackhawk squadron, a team of ace pilots originally created during World War II. By the time issue #41 was released, several factors made it noteworthy: Late-War Context: Published by Quality Comics, "Military Comics" #41 came out in mid-1945, right around the end of World War II. The series initially centered on wartime heroics and patriotic adventure. By issue #41, with the war concluding, the tone of the stories reflected the shifting global climate. Many collectors find issues from this period interesting for how they capture the transition from active wartime narratives to the early post-war mindset. Blackhawk Feature Stories: The Blackhawk team, introduced in "Military Comics" #1 (1941), remained the headliner throughout the series. By issue #41, Blackhawk and his squadron were well-established, and the artwork by illustrators like Reed Crandall was at a mature, polished stage. For collectors and fans of the Blackhawk character, these later wartime issues are often seen as examples of the series hitting its creative stride. Approach of a Title Change: "Military Comics" would only run until issue #43 (October 1945) before being renamed "Modern Comics" starting with issue #44. Issues #41, #42, and #43 are thus part of the final run under the original title. This makes #41 relatively special to collectors who look for segments of a series associated with key transitions. These late issues mark the end of the original concept—firmly rooted in WWII—and the beginning of a post-war era in comic storytelling. Historic Snapshot: From an historical and cultural perspective, "Military Comics" #41 and its neighboring issues serve as snapshots of American sentiment at a pivotal moment. The stories, art, and advertisements within can reflect the cautious optimism and uncertainty that followed the war’s end, making them appealing to historians, collectors, and readers interested in social context.

Price: 1089.9 CAD

Location: LANGLEY

End Time: 2024-12-23T02:50:50.000Z

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