Secret Origins #2
In "The Supergirl from Krypton!", Superman encounters a mysterious rocket crash and uncovers his long-lost cousin, Supergirl, who reveals her origins from the surviving city of Argo. Written by Otto Binder and illustrated by Al Plastino, this landmark tale introduces her journey to Earth and her early days in Midvale Orphanage. The iconic cover by Nick Cardy captures the moment with striking detail, making this 1973 issue a must-have for fans of DC's earliest Supergirl stories.
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Superman spies a crashing rocket and discovers his cousin Supergirl. She tells him how Argo City survived the destruction of Krypton and how her father sent her to Earth when the inhabitants of Argo City were threatened by Kryptonite poisoning. Superman sets her up in Midvale Orphanage so she can adjust to life on Earth.
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