A third lieutenant recounts the terrible toll on natives when the U.S. took control of the Philippines from Spain. This chilling lead story kicks off a collection of dark, reality-based tales from the likes of William Stout and others.
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Richie Rich and Jackie Jokers inhabit the roles of George Washington and Yankee Doodle in comedic retellings of Revolutionary tales. A ho-hum collection of humorous tales that hits with unexpected melancholy today.
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The town lush, a young patriot and a rebellious boy join real-world historical figures in the cause of American independence. A surprisingly mild Bicentennial one-shot from underground comix legends Gilbert Shelton and Ted Richards.
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While viewing the Declaration of Independence at the National Archives, Archie soon finds himself time-hopping through the American Revolution. This Bicentennial issue, drawn by Stan Goldberg, packs surprising emotional heft.
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The Phantom of 1776 travels to colonial America to free Africans who were under his protection. Don Newton’s story doesn’t quite land but his artwork for this Bicentennial issue is excellent.
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An amnesiac knight of the Third Reformation holds the key to a galactic empire’s expansion – or downfall. A morally dark sci-fi one-shot from then-young auteur creator Howard Chaykin.
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Cerebus Jam isn’t your traditional Bronze Age team-up book as it’s more interested in creative collaborations than character crossovers. Showcasing the work of Dave Sim and an array of comic artist stars including Will Eisner, Murphy Anderson, Terry Austin and more.
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Fathom returns to Nacht Island with force to free the Elementals and face a final showdown with Saker. Bill Willingham wraps up the Elementals strong initial arc, with a little help from Jack Herman and Rich Rankin.
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The Elementals spend a year in the custody of Saker, learning his secrets before a team member manages to escape. Bill Willingham welcomes new scripter Jack Herman to the mix, but Elementals continues to be a fantastic read.
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The battle between the Elementals and Destroyers rages on as the villainous Saker courts more demonic power. Writer/artist Bill Willingham continues to come into his own as an auteur storyteller on this breakthrough series.
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