Superman #34
In "The United States Navy!", Superman takes a break from his usual battles to deliver a heartfelt message of unity and purpose, helping his friend Jo convince his dog Shep that every branch of the armed forces—no matter the uniform—plays a vital role in the war effort. Written by Don C. Cameron and brought to life by artist Pete Riss with inks by George Roussos, this 1945 issue captures the spirit of the era with sincerity and charm. The cover, by Jack Burnley, perfectly frames the moment with a patriotic flair.
In this 1945 tale from Superman #34, Superman steps in to help a young man named Shep Shepard realize that his friends Al Wade and Dan Ryan—now serving in the Navy and Army—each play a vital role in the war effort, even as he struggles to see the value in their service compared to his own. With the Japanese as the looming threat, Superman uses his unique perspective to bridge the gap between duty and purpose, all while keeping the stakes high and the patriotism real.
Lois Lane and Clark Kent, chasing a story that’s anything but dull, stumble into a fortune teller’s tent—only to find Clark’s vision in the crystal ball is more than a glimpse of the future. What begins as a curiosity quickly spirals into a mystery tied to a cursed canyon, where a prospector’s discovery has awakened something far more dangerous than gold.
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Reprinted in Special Edition, Superman #5 (1945), The Superman Archives #8 (2010), Lois Lane: A Celebration of 75 Years #[nn] (2014), Superman: The War Years 1938-1945 #[nn] (2015), Superman: The Golden Age Omnibus #5 (2018)
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