With the U.S. Paratroops Behind Enemy Lines
Avon · 1951 · 1 issue
About the series
Based on the actual experiences of World War II paratroopers, this single-issue comic from Avon Periodicals drops readers into the high-stakes world of airborne infantry. Illustrated by the dynamic duo of Sid Check and Wally Wood, it stands as a gritty, patriotic war comic from the early 1950s, capturing the tension and heroism of soldiers operating deep in enemy territory. Though brief, it remains a notable artifact of the genre, showcasing Wood's early career and the era's fascination with authentic combat stories.