Blackhawk – DC Comics – (1989–1990) – Volume 2 – Limited Series - #1–16

Blackhawk – DC Comics – (1989–1990) – Volume 2 – Limited Series - #1–16

📘 Series Summary

Following a successful run in Action Comics Weekly, DC Comics launched this sophisticated, "New Format" revival of the legendary flight squadron. Written by Martin Pasko and Doug Moench, with atmospheric artwork by Rick Burchett, this series moves Janos Prohaska and his team into the post-World War II era. Transitioning from soldiers to covert operatives, the Blackhawks find themselves working for the newly formed CIA during the height of the Red Scare and the McCarthy era.

The 16-issue run is a gritty, "Suggested for Mature Readers" exploration of political corruption, propaganda, and corporate intrigue. The team faces off against a shadowy CIA organization known as "The Circus" and must deal with brainwashing, impostors, and the threat of being decommissioned. This volume is celebrated for its historical realism and for grounding the classic "Ace Pilot" archetypes in the complex, paranoid reality of the early 1950s.

⭐ Why This Series Stands Out

  • A mature, modern-era reimagining that successfully transitions the classic squadron from WWII heroics to Cold War noir.
  • Features incredible, cinematic artwork by Rick Burchett, perfectly capturing the aesthetic of the 1940s and 50s.
  • Tackles complex historical themes, including the Communist investigations of the American comic book industry.
  • Includes the double-sized Issue #7, featuring a backup story by John Ostrander and a classic 1941 reprint by Will Eisner.
  • A complete 16-issue narrative arc that explores the "death" and rebirth of the Blackhawk brand.
  • Essential reading for fans of historical fiction, aviation adventure, and the "New Format" era of late 80s DC.

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