Aces High #5

Nov 1955 · EC · 0.10 USD

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In "C'est la Guerre!", Lt. Muller, the top ace in his squadron, faces a mysterious and deadly rival known only as the Red Eagle—someone whose presence unnerves him more than any battle. Written by Carl Wessler and masterfully illustrated by Bernie Krigstein, with bold inks and vivid colors by Marie Severin, this gripping tale from Aces High #5 (1955) unfolds with tense aerial combat and deep personal stakes. The cover, by George Evans, captures the intensity of the skies above, hinting at a secret that will change everything.

Contains 4 stories

C'est la Guerre!

7 pp · Aviation, War

Lieutenant Adams (pilot)Major Bronson (American squadron commander)unnamed French Colonel (squadron commander)Le Squadron Chien Rouge (Red Dog Squadron)

Iron Man!

6 pp · Aviation, War

Fred AllisonJim HadlyJohnsonHartSaxon

Spads Were Trump

6 pp · Aviation, War

Lieutenant Walt MullerJordanColonel Ernst RoegenBurkethe Red Eagle (villain, death)

In "Spads Were Trump," Lt. Muller, the top ace in his squadron, faces off against the elusive German pilot known as the Red Eagle—only to discover a shocking connection that turns the battle into something far more personal. Written by an unknown author and illustrated by an unknown artist, this 1955 aviation tale unfolds with tense aerial dogfights and a secret that redefines loyalty in the heat of war.

Ordeal

7 pp · Aviation, War

Lieutenant StonerMoody (death)Generalissimo Chiang Khai-shek (cameo)General Claire Chennault (cameo)the Japanese (villains, some die)

In "Ordeal," Lieutenant Stoner—veteran of 32 combat missions—faces a challenge that tests him in ways no dogfight ever could. With nerves of steel and a reputation for cool-headed precision, he must confront a fear deeper than the roar of engines or the sting of anti-aircraft fire.