DC. September-October, 1943. CGC certified: Fine/VF (7.0). Cream to off-white pages. Cover by Jack Burnley. Scripts by Don Cameron and Jerry Siegel. Art by Ed Dobratka and Joe Shuster. Classic flag cover.

Flag covers and other patriotic themes were popular during the Golden Age, with publishers allegedly incentivized by Uncle Sam to keep the procession of patriotic images front and center. Indeed, in July, 1942, there was a magazine industry-wide effort to publish flag covers – an effort that included comic book publishers. Adopting the slogan "United We Stand," some 500 magazines and comics waved the Stars and Stripes to promote national unity, rally support for the war, and celebrate Independence Day. According to the National Museum of American History, "For the U.S. government, the campaign was an opportunity to sell bonds and boost morale."

A limited edition of 100 softcover and 15 hardcover catalogues are available. Over 200 pages, fully illustrated. Fun reference, great keepsake. Softcovers $40, dust-jacketed hardcover with limitation plate $200. To order, contact ivan@pbagalleries.com or call 415-989-2665

R. Crumb says, "I found [PBA's catalogue] so interesting that I am saving it for the texts that accompany the comics which were put up for auction. This is some of the best commentary I've yet seen on the quality of the content of comic books. I especially enjoyed the reviews of the post-war horror comics. Great. Priceless."

Consignments welcome for PBA's Spring 2021 Comic Book sale. Pre-Code Horror, Golden Age and Silver Age comics, original art and ephemera sought. Send inquiries to ivan@pbagalleries.com or call 415-989-2665