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Cover: Sal Trapani & Charles Nicholas
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Submarine Attack #19

Dec 1959 · Charlton · 0.10 USD
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"Democracy's Ace in the Hole" kicks off in Submarine Attack #19 (1959), a 10-cent Charlton classic where the Commander’s public persona clashes with his quiet dedication—his press appearances and speeches aren’t just show, but a necessary edge in a war fought on more than just the deep sea. Written by Joe Gill and brought to life by Charles Nicholas’s dynamic art and Sal Trapani’s sharp inks, the story captures the tension between duty and perception with a grounded, no-frills energy. The cover, also by Nicholas and Trapani, sets the tone with a striking, action-focused image that hints at the stakes without revealing a single plot beat.

Contains 4 stories
Democracy's Ace in the Hole
7 pp · War
Sanctuary
5 pp · War
No Way Out
5 pp · War
The Medal Man
7 pp · War

In "The Medal Man," the crew of a submarine grapples with their commander’s unexpected public acclaim, unaware that recognition and accolades are an unavoidable part of command—even when the man himself would rather stay out of the spotlight. The story quietly explores the weight of duty and reputation, set against the tense backdrop of wartime service.

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Full credits

writer Joe Gill
cover inks Sal Trapani
cover pencils Charles Nicholas

Reprints

Reprinted in Battle Stations Giant Edition #35-26 (1965), Battle Stations Jumbo Edition #42092, Marinos en Acción #62

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