G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #4
1982
- Series
- G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero
- Issue
- 4
- Cover date
- Oct 1, 1982
- Story title
- Operation: Wingfield
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Published in 1982 by Marvel Comics, G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #4 was part of a landmark collaboration between Hasbro and Marvel to revitalize the G.I. Joe brand for a new generation. Written by Larry Hama, who was instrumental in shaping the mythology and personality of the characters, the series transformed the line from a simple military figure into a complex narrative universe centered on the conflict between the G.I. Joe team and the terrorist organization Cobra.
The issue features cover art and interior work consistent with the series' established aesthetic, characterized by Herb Trimpe's gritty, action-oriented illustration style. Hama’s approach prioritized character-driven storytelling, weaving military jargon and tactical realism into the fast-paced scripts. The series was met with significant success, eventually running for 155 issues and cementing the comic book as a foundational element of the G.I. Joe franchise's enduring cultural impact.
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