The Sgt. Rock Archives, Vol. 3

The Sgt. Rock Archives #3

by Robert Kanigher, Joe Kubert (Illustrator), Russ Heath (Illustrator)

An intense portrait of combat and conflict, this volume reprints the classic World War II adventures of Sgt. Rock and his colorful band of fighting soldiers. Originally published in the early 1960s, these memorable tales showcase the heroic and extraordinary missions of the tough, grizzled leader and the combat-happy Joes of Easy Company. Introduction by Mark Chiarello.

Genres: Comics, Graphic Novels

224 pages, Hardcover

First published August 1, 2005

About the author

See also as Bob Kanigher

One of the most prolific writers in comics, particularly in the Silver Age. He took over scripting duties on Wonder Woman after William Moulton Marston's death, and handled the character's transition from the Golden to the Silver Age. He also created Barry Allen, the second Flash, for editor Julius Schwartz's superhero revival of 1956, as well as writing and editing DC's pioneering war titles.
His creations include Sgt. Rock, the Unknown Soldier, Barry Allen, Ragman, the Losers, Black Canary, the Metal Men, Poison Ivy, Enemy Ace, the Suicide Squad, and Rex the Wonder Dog.

Reviews

[Robert · Rating 5 out of 5]

Clean and bright reproduction of classic comics.

[Allen Martin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pure escapism. This is the third volume, so the storylines get a little repetitive, but still a worthwhile way to spend a couple of hours.