Incredible Science Fiction #32
In "Fallen Idol," Commander Abel Grant faces the aftermath of a court-martial following a controversial decision during his two decades of space service—where he's battled Venusians, defended Earth, and made a fateful call that cost a Grand Admiral his life. Written by Jack Oleck and brought to life with bold, dynamic art by Jack Davis—both on the interior and cover—this 1955 EC classic blends Cold War-era sci-fi tension with moral ambiguity, culminating in a surprising turn of fate that redefines his legacy.
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After the verdict on his court-martial comes down, Commander Abel Grant reflects on his twenty years of space duty; fighting battles with planets beyond Pluto, blasting Venusians who've taken Earthlings hostage, and dumping the Grand Admiral of the Fleet's corpse into space after he dies from an alien virus so as not to contaminate Earth when the crew returns. The latter incident is what got him court-martialed. When the trial is over, he discovers there are men within the government who appreciate his no-nonsense approach and elevate him to new Grand Admiral!
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