Joe Palooka Comics #3

In "The Secret Mission," Joe and Jerry parachute radio equipment into Montenegro, then race to ensure it reaches the hands of the local underground—only to find themselves dodging German troops determined to seize it. Written by Joe, with art by Joe, the story unfolds with tense urgency as a small team fights to protect a vital link in the resistance.

In "The Narrow Escape," Joe and Big Mike find themselves in the Serbian countryside during wartime, where a moment of misplaced humor—donning German helmets as souvenirs—leads to a dangerous misunderstanding. When a Serbian woman mistakes them for enemy soldiers, the resulting chaos sends Joe to her cabin, where she tends to his wounds and sends Mike on a mission to find medical help.

In "The Crisis," with Joe running a fever and Nada fearing the worst, the desperate need for chicken broth drives Big Mike to risk everything—venturing behind enemy lines to steal a few chickens, all to help his friend recover.

In this 1946 slice of wartime humor from *Joe Palooka Comics #3*, Jerry’s world tilts when he spots Nada, sparking an instant, utterly unprepared crush. As the camp cooks up a meal and Joe starts to recover, Jerry’s heart races—so much so he’s ready to defy orders just to stay near her.

In "Joe's Recovery," Joe, still healing from his injuries, prepares to rejoin his comrades, with Nada by his side. As they travel, she shares her quiet resolve—her mission to confront every German responsible for the loss of her family.