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  • Item #49094297
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    Published Aug 1963 by DC.

    Showcase (1956-1978) 45 VG+ 4.5

    Ended Nov 11 2019
    Winning Bid $34

    Cover by Russ Heath. Sgt. Rocks origin retold in "Sergeants Aren't Born!", script by Robert Kanigher, art by Joe Kubert; As Sgt. Rock and his troops in Easy Company head into enemy territory, Rock reminisces about how he got to be the sergeant of Easy Company; As part of his first hike in training camp, the recruits went past a bunch of Nazi POWs; Cut to D-Day and the invasion of Normandy; When Private Rocks boat capsized, the specter of the POWs taunts forced Rock to push on to shore. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12. Grade: VG+ 4.5 explanation of grade Condition: Used (collectible)