Kurtzman, Harvey - Frontline Combat, issue 3, cover (Nov-Dec 1951)
Artist: Harvey Kurtzman (All)
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DescriptionA Harvey Kurtzman EC war cover has been something I've wanted in my collection for a long time. Much has been written about the intense research Kurtzman put into understanding the objective truth about war as he created these stories - and the artistic freedom he was given by EC publisher Bill Gaines to ultimately tell them. All of which, IMHO, results in this very special piece of art by an even more special creator.Social/Sharing |
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Ron S 
Member Since 2007
1 - Posted on 4/24/2022
BOOM! Amazing cover from an amazing creator. Well done!
Chris K.
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 4/24/2022
Ron S wrote:
BOOM! Amazing cover from an amazing creator. Well done!
First comment from you? Seems about perfect!
West Stephan
Member Since 2007
2 - Posted on 4/24/2022
I always thought this was a great cover with the battleship Missouri laying down some massive shelling.
Chris K.
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 4/24/2022
West Stephan wrote:
I always thought this was a great cover with the battleship Missouri laying down some massive shelling.
Ugh - I should have mentioned what 'the Big Mo!' was in my description. Thank you for the assist!
DC's Showcase
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 4/24/2022
You're "the big Mo," Chris -- as in, the hits keep coming! What a great addition to your stellar and classy collection. Cheers!
E DLS
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 4/24/2022
Special on so many levels, and a splendid addition to your museum-quality EC collecton. Wow!
Ray Cuthbert
Member Since 2003
1 - Posted on 4/24/2022
A Kurtzman cover is a very exciting addition to any collection!
Amir E
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 4/24/2022
Gorgeous cover! Kurtzman's attention to detail (with the help of Jerry DeFuccio) certainly stood out when compared to Feldstein's run on the title. I believe that because of this attention to detail it took Harvey about a month on average to finish an issue while Feldstein averaged an issue a week. This twice up cover must be quite impressive in person! Congrats Chris!
Rick W
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 4/24/2022
There's something you don't see every day. Awesome!
Michael One Minute Later
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 4/24/2022
Wow - the only word that does this justice!
Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008
2 - Posted on 4/24/2022
Congratulations, Chris! That you long wanted to acquire a Kurtzman War cover means this is another goal realized and what a thrill it must be! The EC War material has always played second banana to the Horror material, but I've always found the War material to be just as worthy of reading and collecting.
Mark V
Member Since 2021
1 - Posted on 4/24/2022
Awe-inspiring. Not a line out of place by Kurtzman.
Stephen F
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 4/24/2022
One of my favorite Kurtzman war covers! Congrats!!
Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005
3 - Posted on 4/24/2022
It's great art and it also has historical significance as Kurtzman and war stories in general were not about victorious glory, but reflected the toll on the individual and one's humanity. Those on the frontline could expect to see the worst as the old men sit far away committing them to these horrors much more frightening than what the Cryptkeeper could come up with.
Gene Park
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 4/24/2022
Whoa! Fantastic Kurtzman example, Chris - congrats!
Tom Coker
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 4/24/2022
Chris, wonderful Kurtzman ec war cover! As a former USN sailed I am particularly fond of this one. Congrats!
kent mansley
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 4/25/2022
Any Kurtzman cover is a grail level piece. I can only imagine the joyful feeling you are having by adding this one to your amazing collection. Huge congrats!
Mark Howland
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 4/25/2022
A battleship is way better than a battle axe.
James Halperin
Member Since 2007
1 - Posted on 4/25/2022
One of my absolute favorite EC war covers. Congratulations on a GREAT pick-up.
Timothy Finney
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 4/29/2022
Your acquisition of a Kurtzman cover is a cause for celebration. Cheers!
Jeff Singh
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 5/4/2022
Truly a magnificent, stand alone, example of art and design that rises above even the high bar set by the rest of the EC output.
James Halperin
Member Since 2007
1 - Posted on 8/13/2022
Absolute killer. One of Kurtzman's very best and most iconic EC cover images.
Mark Tomlinson
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 1/9/2023
I can't believe I haven't commented on this cover Chris. It's an absolutely stunning piece of comic book history! Kurtzman's ability to draw in his unique "cartoony" style, all while being able to portray the most serious of subjects, was an incredibly difficult accomplishment that he mastered. Thanks for sharing!
Peter Roe
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 1/10/2023
Kudos! This is a terrific piece of art and history.
Steven Ng
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 1/10/2023
Kurtzman is one of the masters and his war comics are the best example of the genre. I love this original with the subtle sillouhette of the Missouri in the background.
Terry Doyle
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 1/15/2023
Really good example, one of Kurtzman's best, congrats!
David Matheny
Member Since 2021
1 - Posted on 1/23/2023
wow. this cover is older then my parents and it looks magical as if it's brand new. congrats
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