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Cover: Ruben Moreira

Strange Adventures #71

Aug 1956 · DC · 0.10 USD
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“Zero Hour for Earth!”

In "Zero Hour for Earth!", Charlie Linton’s body begins absorbing sunlight instead of food, causing him to gain weight—until he discovers his strange condition can be harnessed to power the first small manned rocket into space. Written by Joe Samachson and illustrated by Jerry Grandenetti, with inks by Joe Giella, this 1956 Strange Adventures tale blends sci-fi wonder with grounded human curiosity. The cover, by Ruben Moreira, captures the moment of launch with striking, dynamic energy.

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writer Joe Samachson · artist Jerry Grandenetti · inker Joe Giella · cover Ruben Moreira

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cover pencils, inks Ruben Moreira

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Charlie Linton doesn't eat but gains weight because his body is absorbing sunshine. He uses his new ability to power the first small manned rocket into space.

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