G.I. Joe #26
The main story, "Mud and Wings," follows American soldiers on a dangerous mission as they engage enemy forces in a combat sector. A Red Company discovers enemy positions on Hill 303 and launches an immediate attack, but they become pinned down and must fight their way to break through the enemy lines. Additionally, the issue includes "The Yardbirds," a comedic story about soldiers Windy Brace and Whitey Hicks who debate their duties as members of a military unit, touching on the challenges of military life and discipline. The issue also features a letter column with correspondence from readers and military personnel, including letters from soldiers overseas.
When Pvt. Lem Corbett and Baker Company trade the tough but effective Sgt. Mulvaney for the easygoing Sgt. Willie MacPherson—a sergeant who insists everyone "just call me Mac"—they think they've landed in paradise. But when a seemingly routine ridge assault turns into a costly defeat, the men discover that a leader's kindness and a soldier's discipline aren't always the same thing, and that "taking it easy" can exact a heavy price in war.
Pvt. Sid Rothbalatt spins a tall tale about a curious ostrich to his partner Pvt. Ski during a lull in their wartime duties—but when the two soldiers find themselves cut off behind enemy lines with a wounded comrade, Ski discovers that the moral of Rothbalatt's story might just be the key to their survival. A clever bit of battlefield improvisation inspired by fable proves that sometimes a soldier's imagination is as valuable as his courage.
Pvt. Dopey just wants to catch some shut-eye, but his bunkmates have other ideas in this quick humor story from G.I. Joe #26. As the poor soldier tries everything to get a moment's peace, chaos keeps finding him—will he ever get that rest he's after?
Pvt. Windy Bragg and Pvt. Whitey Hicks spot what they believe is an enemy spy masquerading as a Pantagonian Field Marshal and attempt to apprehend him—only to watch their efforts spiral into confusion as base command can't seem to tell ally from adversary. When the truth finally emerges, the two Yardbirds find themselves caught between conflicting orders, their good intentions thoroughly muddled by the fog of military bureaucracy.
Maj. Clay Merrill pushes his damaged jet to its limits in a desperate solo patrol over hostile territory, fighting to keep control as enemy MiGs pursue him through treacherous mountain passes. With radio contact failing and his plane crippled, the major faces certain doom—but back at the base, his trusted mechanics refuse to believe he won't return. This wartime tale explores the bond between pilot and plane, and the mysterious force that might just bring one man home against impossible odds.
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