All-Star Squadron #40

All-Star Squadron #40 was published by DC Comics in December 1984 as part of a series intended to explore the history of the Justice Society of America and other wartime heroes within the DC Universe. The series was conceptualized by writer Roy Thomas, who had a deep appreciation for Golden Age continuity and aimed to retroactively weave various characters into a cohesive World War II narrative. By this point in the series' run, the title had become a staple for readers interested in the intricate lore and legacy of DC's earliest costumed adventurers.

The issue features cover art by Rick Hoberg and Mike Macho, contributing to the title's reputation for maintaining a distinct aesthetic that honored the pulpy roots of the 1940s while adhering to the standard production values of the mid-1980s. Like much of the series, the book was received by fans as an essential companion piece to Crisis on Infinite Earths, providing vital context for the history of the multiverse. The creative team consistently sought to balance historical pastiche with the ongoing narrative demands of a modern monthly comic, grounding the fantastical events in a familiar period-piece atmosphere.