Mark Hazzard: Merc #12

In "Afghan Strike," Lincoln Griffin and Sgt. Major Peel join forces with the mujahideen in a brutal stand against the Soviet army. When their position is overrun, Griffin makes a bold move—leading a small band of rebels on a dangerous cross-border mission to strike back at the invaders. Written by Doug Murray and illustrated by Vince Giarrano, with inks by Pat Redding, colors by John Wellington, and letters by Kurt Hathaway, this 1987 Marvel issue captures the intensity of guerrilla warfare with grounded, high-stakes action. The cover by Vince Giarrano reflects the gritty realism of the story’s setting.