Cover: Harry Peter

Wonder Woman #5

Jun 1943 · DC · 0.10 USD

📊 ~77,860 copies sold its debut month

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In "Battle for Womanhood," Wonder Woman confronts the legacy of Susan B. Anthony in a powerful, historically inspired tale that celebrates her fight for women's suffrage. Written by Alice Marble and illustrated by Sheldon Moldoff, this 1943 classic blends real-world history with the Amazon's mission, spotlighting a pivotal figure in the struggle for equality. The cover by Harry Peter captures the era's bold spirit, making this a standout in early DC history.

Contains 6 stories

Battle for Womanhood

16 pp · Superhero

the Holliday Girlsthree office girls [Adelaiderest unnamed] (introduction for all)a slave girl (introduction)Marva Psycho (Dr. Psycho's wife, introduction)Ben Bradley (Marva's former husband, introduction)Phantasms [Benito MussoliniGeorge WashingtonJohn L. SullivanCarlo Montez]Dr. Psycho (villain, an evil psychologist, introduction, origin)Emperor Hirohito (villain, cameo)Count Conquest (villain)Earl of Greed (villain)

In "Battle for Womanhood," Dr. Psycho, the evil psychologist, launches a sinister campaign to undermine women's roles in the war effort, using sabotage and psychological manipulation. With the help of his allies—including Marva Psycho, Ben Bradley, and a parade of historical phantasms—his schemes target the Holliday Girls and three office workers, testing their resolve and proving that courage isn't bound by gender.

The Toothache

3 pp · Adventure, Superhero

William Moulton Marston (as a waiter, cameo)Harry G. Peter (as a waiter, cameo)Dr. Bill Bollens (a dentist, introduction)Detective Casey (introduction)Mola Chissler (villain, a con artist, introduction)Gyp (villain, Mola's assistant, introduction)Mugger (villain, Mola's assistant, introduction)

Mars Invades the Moon

14 pp · Superhero

the Holliday GirlsDiana (goddess of the Moon, introduction)Diana's nymphs (introduction for all)Professor I. B. Wise (an astronomer, introduction)Mar's slave girls (introduction for all)Martian women (introduction for all)Earl of Greed (villain)Lord Conquest (villain)

Susan B. Anthony "The Liberator of Womankind"

5 pp · Biography

Susan B. Anthony

In this 1943 biography from Wonder Woman #5, the legendary activist Susan B. Anthony takes center stage as her life and relentless fight for women’s rights are brought to the page. Through her unwavering dedication, she becomes a guiding force in the suffrage movement, laying the foundation for a future where women’s voices would finally be heard.

And "Sew" It Goes

2 pp · Humor

Tippie

The Return of Dr. Psycho

11 pp · Superhero

Lila Brown (Steve's secretary, death)Joan Whitwe (Dr. Psycho's former secretary and median, introduction)a prison warden (introduction)Phantasms [Regan (prison guard)Buenos Noches]Dr. Psycho (villain)