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Explore the extraordinary legacy of Nazi-slugging comic book pioneer Jack Kirby

Explore the extraordinary legacy of Nazi-slugging comic book pioneer Jack Kirby

Mark Frauenfelder
Jun 23, 2025
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Cover detail from Captain America Comics #1 (March 1941)

Jack Kirby (1917–1994) is probably the most famous American comic book artist and writer in history. Kirby created and co-created many of the most famous characters in comics, including Captain America, Thor, the Fantastic Four, the Avengers, the X-Men, Black Panther, the Incredible Hulk, and many …

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