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SGT. FURY AND HIS HOWLING COMMANDOS (1963 Marvel)

#71 Cover A (1969 Silver Age) High Grade

Synopsis:

In this issue, Sgt. Nick Fury leads the Howling Commandos on another daring World War II mission deep behind enemy lines. As the elite squad of soldiers faces overwhelming Nazi forces, they uncover a sinister plan that could turn the tide of the war. While Dum Dum Dugan, Gabe Jones, and the rest of the team fight through treacherous enemy territory, Fury must make a critical decision that could cost them their lives or ensure a crucial Allied victory. Meanwhile, tensions within the team rise as old rivalries and the horrors of war take their toll. Known for its intense action, camaraderie, and war-time grit, this series was a landmark in war comics, blending superhero-style adventure with real-world historical conflicts, solidifying Nick Fury’s status as a legendary leader in the Marvel Universe.

Contributors:

Writer: Gary Friedrich

Interior Artist: Dick Ayers

Cover Artist: John Severin

Condition:

For raw books, I do my best to conservatively reflect the Overstreet grading standards, but I am not a professional grader and grading can be subjective so I use the following ranges:

Mint Grade Range

9.8 - 9.6 Near Mint / Mint to Near Mint plus (NM/MT to NM+)

Near Mint Grade Range

9.4 - 9.0 Near Mint to Very Fine / Near Mint (NM to VF/NM)

High Grade Range

8.5 - 7.0 Very Fine plus to Fine / Very Fine (VF+ to FN/VF)

Mid Grade Range

6.5 - 5.5 Fine plus to Fine minus (FN+ to FN-)

Low Grade Range

5.0 - 3.5 Very Good / Fine to Very Good minus (VG/FN to VG-)

Reader Grade Range

3.0 - 1.0 Good / Very Good to Fair (GD/VG to FR)

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