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Batman#43
Cover: Win Mortimer

Batman #43

Dec 1953 · K. G. Murray · 8d [0-0-8 AUP]
📊 ~124,697 copies sold its debut month
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In "Bride of Batman!", Vicki Vale finds herself unexpectedly caught in a royal proposal when the Shah of a foreign nation sets his sights on her—only to be stymied by her clever claim of being secretly engaged to Batman. Written by David Vern and illustrated by Bob Kane with inks by Charles Paris, this 1953 tale blends romance and mystery in a classic caped adventure, with Win Mortimer’s dynamic cover capturing the dramatic tension.

Contains 6 stories
Bride of Batman!
10 pp · Superhero

In "Bride of Batman!" from Batman #43 (1953), Vicki Vale finds herself caught in a diplomatic dilemma when a foreign monarch proposes marriage—only to dodge the engagement by claiming she's secretly betrothed to Batman. The twist sends ripples through Gotham, testing the limits of the Dark Knight’s reputation and the quiet tension between fame, duty, and the woman who once called him "the world’s greatest detective."

Sir Batman and the Black Knight
12 pp · Superhero

In "Sir Batman and the Black Knight," a criminal convinced he’s the legendary Black Knight terrorizes Gotham, hiding a fortune in jewels somewhere in the city. Batman and Robin, donning makeshift armor, take on the roles of modern-day knights to track him down and uncover the treasure’s location.

Untitled Humor story
0.5 pp · Humor
Untitled Humor story
0.5 pp · Humor
Untitled Humor story
0.5 pp · Humor
Untitled Humor story
0.5 pp · Humor

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Full credits

writer David Vern
artist Bob Kane
letterer Pat Gordon
cover pencils, inks Win Mortimer

Reprints

↩ Reprints Superboy #23 (1952), World's Finest Comics #62 (1953), Action Comics #178 (1953), Superman #81 (1953), Batman #76 (1953), Batman #79 (1953)

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