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Black Panther, Vol. 1 No. 4

National Museum of American History

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Associated Name
Black Panther
Marvel Comics
Description
Black Panther is a superhero created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, who first introduced the character in Marvel Comics’ Fantastic Four #52 (1966.) Black Panther, the alter ego of T’Challa, genius ruler of the fictional African kingdom of Wakanda, is considered the first black superhero to be featured in mainstream American comics.
In 1968, Black Panther was added to the roster of Marvel Comics’ super-group, The Avengers, Earth’s Mightiest Heroes. After headlining stories in Jungle Action the character was given his own ongoing series in 1977. This issue from that run features a story scripted and penciled by Jack Kirby.
Black Panther remains a mainstay of Marvel Comics, appearing in comics as well as in various media properties. In film, the character has been featured within the Marvel Cinematic Universe, including 2018’s Black Panther.
Location
Currently not on view
1977
ID Number
2018.0171.07
accession number
2018.0171
catalog number
2018.0171.07
Object Name
comic book
Physical Description
paper (overall material)
ink (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 10 1/4 in x 6 1/2 in; 26.035 cm x 16.51 cm
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Popular Entertainment
Comic Books
National Museum of American History
subject
Comics
Record ID
nmah_1894264
Metadata Usage (text)
CC0
GUID (Link to Original Record)
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ng49ca746b4-0c95-704b-e053-15f76fa0b4fa

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