David O. Thomas

Stepping onto the battlefield in 1988's G.I. Joe, a Real American Hero #70, David O. Thomas is a Copper Age creation born from the legendary pen of Larry Hama and the linework of Ron Wagner — two names synonymous with the title's celebrated run. Over a remarkable span stretching from 1988 all the way to 2025, this character has kept remarkably durable company, sharing pages with the likes of Hawk, Clayton M. Abernathy, Lt. Falcon, and Crazylegs across G.I. Joe, a Real American Hero, Action Force Monthly, and beyond. Eleven catalog appearances across nearly four decades is a testament to staying power in one of Marvel's most beloved military action franchises — and for the dedicated collector who wants the full picture of this long-running universe, David O. Thomas is one of those rewarding deep-cut figures worth tracking down.