Justice League of America #142

Justice League of America number 142 was published by DC Comics in May 1977 during a transitional period for the title. This issue is notable for its connection to the long-running Justice League-Justice Society of America annual crossover tradition, serving as the first part of a story arc that brought together the modern heroes of Earth-One and the classic heroes of Earth-Two to face a dual threat involving the Secret Society of Super Villains and the Crime Syndicate of America.

The issue features cover art by Ernie Chan and interior penciling by Dick Dillin, the primary artist for the series throughout much of the 1970s. Dillin's work was known for its reliable, workmanlike quality that anchored the sprawling cast of the League during this era. The story was written by Steve Englehart, who used the crossover format to explore themes of legacy and the evolving nature of the DC multiverse, contributing to the title's reputation as a cornerstone of shared-universe storytelling.