Bruce J. Hawker

André-Paul Duchâteau and William Vance’s Bruce J. Hawker (1985–1996) is a seven-issue Le Lombard series that follows the adventures of a dashing 19th-century British naval officer. With Vance handling both writing and art for most of the run, the series is a polished example of the classic European adventure strip, blending meticulous period detail with swashbuckling naval exploits. It stands as a lesser-known but fondly remembered entry in the Duchâteau-Vance partnership, showcasing their signature flair for dynamic storytelling and atmospheric illustration.