Five-Score Comic Monthly #53

Sep 1962 · K. G. Murray · 2/- [0-2-0 AUP]

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“The Robot Who Lost Its Head!”

In "The Robot Who Lost Its Head!", a young drummer boy in the 5th's band struggles to keep time—until he stumbles upon a secret signal that could change everything. Written by John Broome and brought to life with crisp, expressive art by Howard Sherman, this 1962 adventure blends frontier tension with a surprising twist on duty and rhythm. The cover by Murphy Anderson captures the moment’s drama with bold, dynamic lines.

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writer John Broome · artist, inker Howard Sherman · cover Murphy Anderson

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writer John Broome

artist, inker Howard Sherman

cover pencils, inks Murphy Anderson

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The 5th's Drummer Boy is lousy and spoiling the band's music. He resents drumming and wants to fight. Lt Foley orders he practice outside the fort - where he hears Indians discuss the Attack and Retreat drum signals! As the Sioux swoop in, the drummer imitates their Retreat signal. Lt Foley rescues the drummer boy with fists and sabers, and the Sioux flee. And Lt Foley finally gets his music band to sound great - thanks to the "new" drummer boy.

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