All-Star Squadron #3

All-Star Squadron #3 was published in 1981 as part of DC Comics' efforts to revitalize their Golden Age characters within a modern narrative framework. Written by Roy Thomas with cover art by Joe Kubert and interior art by Rich Buckler, the series was designed to tell stories set during World War II, retroactively inserting these heroes into the historical conflict. This issue specifically continues the arc involving the Justice Society of America and the All-Star Squadron confronting the threat of Per Degaton.

The creative team utilized the series to unify DC's fractured multiverse history, providing a detailed look at the internal politics of the wartime hero community. Rich Buckler's dynamic illustrations were intended to evoke the classic aesthetic of 1940s comics while meeting the higher production standards of the early 1980s. Upon release, the title was well-received by readers who appreciated Thomas's encyclopedic approach to comic book continuity and his commitment to honoring the legacy of the company's earliest characters.