G.I. Joe: Declassified

Set during the early, classified days of the G.I. Joe team, this 2007 one-shot from Devil's Due Publishing delves into the origin of General Flagg, the unit's first commanding officer. Written by series architect Larry Hama, with art by Joe Dodd and Pat Quinn, the issue explores the political and military maneuvering that led to the formation of the elite counter-terrorist force. It's a concise, behind-the-scenes look at the foundational moments of the G.I. Joe mythos, offering fans a deeper understanding of the chain of command.