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Fightin' Marines (1951 St. John/Charlton) comic books 1984-1986

  • Issue #173
    Fightin' Marines (1951 St. John/Charlton) 173

    Cover by Pat Masulli and Rocco "Rocke" Mastroserio. Stories and art by Sam Glanzman, Dick Giordano, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Charlton's long-running series focused on the military exploits of the US Marines throughout the 20th century. Shotgun is satisfied that there are no Viet Cong in the village they are exploring, but Chicken isn't so sure, in a story with art by artist and combat veteran Sam Glanzman.Red Cross nurse Maggie becomes a Marine unit's mascot during WWII, but they lose morale when she is captured by the enemy. During WWII, a Marine becomes noted for his ferocious fighting, but is he really fighting battlefield trauma? Shotgun Harker and Chicken: The Deadly Shadows; Storm Center; Killer Instinct. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.60.

  • Issue #176
    Fightin' Marines (1951 St. John/Charlton) 176

    Cover by Sam Glanzman. Stories and art by Sam Glanzman, Jack Keller, Bill Montes and Vince Alascia. Charlton's long-running series focused on the military exploits of the US Marines throughout the 20th century. During Guadalcanal, Cpl. Manotti sets out to rescue PFC Calhoun for personal reasons: He wants another chance at winning back his poker stake. A Marine catches hell from his fellow soldiers after he freezes up on the battlefield. The Bridge of Olan Di; Off the Team; Shape Up or Ship Out; True Friend! Final issue of the series, after 33 years, two publishers, and two wars. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.