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Creation & Design

G.I. Joe was created as a military-themed action figure by Hasbro in the early 1960s, evolving into a comic book character in the 1980s.

Early Years

The character was introduced in the comic series as a leader of the G.I. Joe Team, fighting against the terrorist organization Cobra.

Character Development

Over the years, G.I. Joe has evolved from a simple action figure into a complex character with rich backstory, moral dilemmas, and leadership challenges.

Cultural Reception

G.I. Joe has been widely received as an iconic figure in American pop culture, representing patriotism and heroism.

Character Details

Real Name:
Joseph Colton
Aliases:
G.I. Joe, Joe
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
G.I. Joe Team, U.S. Armed Forces
Abilities:
Military Tactics, Hand-to-Hand Combat, Expert Marksman
Equipment:
M16 Rifle, Combat Gear, Various Military Vehicles
Weight:
200lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
brown

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G.I. Joe and the Transformers #1

Marvel ⋅ 1987

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First crossover series featuring G.I. Joe and Transformers

[June 2023 - crossover movie teased at the end of Transformers Rise of the Beasts / June 2024 - writer Derek Connolly (Jurassic World) will pen the script]

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #100

Marvel ⋅ 1990

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Milestone issue #100

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #1

Image ⋅ 2001

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G.I. Joe: America's Elite #25

Devil's Due Publishing ⋅ 2007

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1st appearance of Cobra Mortal

1st appearance of Ghost Bear

1st cameo appearance of Nullifier, Pathfinder, Sea Slug, T.A.R.G.A.T, Astro Viper

25th Anniversary wraparound cover featuring every G.I. Joe character from comic books, action figures and cartoons

236 characters are present on the cover including 4 animals

G.I. Joe #0

IDW ⋅ 2008

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IDW begins publishing G.I. Joe and continues until 2022

Free Comic Book Day 2010: G.I. Joe - A Real American Hero #155.5

IDW ⋅ 2010

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IDW begins publishing the G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero title beginning with issue #156, preceded by a Free Comic Book Day interim issue #155.5

Marvel published the final issue of G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero in 1994 with issue #155

IDW began publishing G.I. Joe in 2008 with G.I. Joe #0

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #156

IDW ⋅ 2010

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Beginning of IDW publishing G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero series that began with Marvel in 1982

Preceded by the Free Comic Book Day G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #155.5 (May 2010)

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #200

IDW ⋅ 2014

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Milestone issue #200

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #300

IDW ⋅ 2022

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Milestone issue #300

Final issue published by IDW

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #301

Image ⋅ 2023

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