This is a selection of Battle Picture Library comics published by Fleetway (with GEMs highlighted). For each comic listed, there are links to the following: (a) Wiki page (from the Grand Comics Database, or GCD), (b) e-book (available upon request), and (c) More info on each comic (via optional posts by various contributors).
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Battle Picture Library was a sister title to War Picture Library, also published by Fleetway. Both series shared the common theme of presenting gripping war stories in a comic book format, though the latter had a longer tenure and a much greater number of issues. Battle Picture Library made its debut in 1961 and swiftly earned acclaim for its compelling and realistic portrayals of wartime adventures, drawing readers into the thrilling world of combat and heroism. One interesting feature about this title was stories with recurring characters such as Top Sergeant Ironside, Battler Britton and Maddock’s Marauders. As was the case with other Fleetway publications, the high-quality storytelling and stunning artwork in the comics made each issue an immersive experience, taking readers on gripping journeys through various historic conflicts and battlegrounds.
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