Coffee and a Comic Blog

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Today's Coffee ☕ and a Comic 📓 is The 'Nam #41 "Back in the Real World" Cover Date: February 1990 Release Date: December 26, 1989 In this issue, the soldiers of the 23rd Infantry Division find themselves in a rare moment of respite. As they await transportation back to the States, they engage in discussions about how fictional superheroes might handle the complexities of the Vietnam War. Characters like Iron Man and Captain America are imagined in the context of the conflict, leading to a blend of fantasy and harsh reality. This narrative choice serves as a poignant commentary on the soldiers' desire for escapism and the stark contrast between comic book heroism and the brutal truths of war. It underscores the psychological toll of combat and the coping mechanisms employed by those on the front lines. Also showcasing real life heroes that are not make believe Credits: ✏️ Writer: Doug Murray 🖌️ Penciler: Wayne Vansant 🖋️ Inker: Geof Isherwood 🎨 Colorist: Bob Sharen 🔤 Letterer: Phil Felix 🧑‍💼 Editor: Don Daley 🎨 Cover Artist: Michael Golden #TheNam #CoffeeAndAComic #VietnamWar #DougMurray #WayneVansant #WarComics #80sComics #MilitaryHistory #ComicBookArt #BackInTheRealWorld

Today's Coffee ☕ and a Comic 📓 is The 'Nam #40 "Down by the Riverside" Cover Date: January 1990 In this issue, Sergeant Crews shares a harrowing tale from the Dong River, where a love of music nearly leads to disaster for an entire boat crew. This story serves as a poignant farewell to Sergeant Crews, highlighting the unexpected dangers that can arise in the midst of war. Credits: ✏️ Writer: Doug Murray 🖌️ Penciler: Wayne Vansant 🖋️ Inker: Geof Isherwood 🎨 Colorist: Phil Felix 🔤 Letterer: Phil Felix 🧑‍💼 Editor: Don Daley 🎨 Cover Artist: Michael Golden #CoffeeAndAComic #TheNam #VietnamWar #DougMurray #WayneVansant #WarComics #80sComics #MilitaryHistory #ComicBookArt #DownByTheRiverside