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Cover: Curt Swan & George Klein

Superman #179

Aug 1965 · DC · 0.12 USD
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In "The Outlaw Fort Knox!", Superman faces a new and terrifying threat: gold kryptonite, a rare form of the mineral that could permanently strip him of his powers. When the people of Kandor discover the stone, they send a team to banish it to the Phantom Zone, only to find their own abilities fading along the way. With help from Jimmy Olsen and a surprising turn of events, Superman finds a way to give the stranded team a new beginning beyond Kandor. Written by Otto Binder and illustrated by Al Plastino, with a cover by Curt Swan and George Klein.

Contains 4 stories
The Outlaw Fort Knox!
7.67 pp · Superhero
Pete Corey (introduction, villain)

In "The Outlaw Fort Knox!", Pete Corey, a cunning contestant in a high-stakes contest, tries to exploit Superman’s promise of three wishes to line the pockets of the Crime Syndicate—only to find himself outmaneuvered when the Man of Steel turns the tables. With the Syndicate’s treasury exposed and his scheme undone, Pete’s gamble backfires in a way he never expected.

The Menace of Gold Kryptonite!
8.67 pp · Superhero
Kryptonian metal-eaterSpike
Private Kent, the Fighting Marine!
7.67 pp · Superhero
Marine Sgt. Buck Brewster (introduction)General Jackson

In "Private Kent, the Fighting Marine!", Clark Kent trades his reporter's notebook for a uniform as he undergoes Marine boot camp to write a story on the experience. Under the watchful eye of Marine Sgt. Buck Brewster, who has a personal interest in Lois Lane, Clark faces sabotage and challenges—both on the drill field and off—testing his resolve and resourcefulness. With General Jackson overseeing the training, Clark must prove himself, all while keeping his secret identity under wraps.

Untitled Humor story
0.33 pp · Humor

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Cast · 18 characters

Full credits

artist, inker Al Plastino
cover pencils Curt Swan
cover inks George Klein

Reprints

Reprinted in Superman #2/1966 (1966), Supermann #6/1966 (1966), Supermann #14/1970 (1970), The Best of DC #36 (1983), Stålmannen #12/1965, سوبرمان [Subirman Kawmaks / Superman Comics] #92

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