Army and Navy Fun Parade #2
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "If the Ladies Ran the Army," a civilian's attempt to sneak into a movie for free by borrowing a friend's uniform takes a comically awkward turn when he learns the theater isn't offering free admission on evenings, Sundays, or holidays. Written and illustrated by Art Helfant, this 1942 Harvey Comics gem delivers a lighthearted wartime satire with crisp, expressive art and a clever premise that turns a simple prank into a funny, pointed commentary on military life and civilian privilege. The cover by Art Helfant captures the spirit of the story with a playful, period-accurate design.
In this lighthearted 1942 gag from *Army and Navy Fun Parade #2*, a clever civilian tries to sneak into the movies by borrowing his friend's uniform—only to learn the hard way that even military attire won’t get you in free on evenings, Sundays, or holidays. A simple mix-up with timing leads to a funny, relatable moment of mistaken confidence.
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Reprinted in Speed Comics #17 (1942), Speed Comics #18 (1942), Speed Comics #19 (1942), Champ Comics #25 (1943), Green Hornet Comics #12 (1943)
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