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Ken Shannon
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Creation & Design

Ken Shannon was created as a private detective character in the 1970s, designed to fit into the gritty crime noir genre that was popular at the time.

Early Years

Initially appearing in Detective Comics, Ken Shannon was portrayed as a hard-boiled detective who often found himself embroiled in complex cases that required both intellect and physical prowess.

Character Development

Over the years, Ken Shannon evolved from a straightforward detective to a more complex character, dealing with personal issues and moral dilemmas while maintaining his commitment to justice.

Cultural Reception

Ken Shannon was well-received for his gritty realism and engaging storylines, appealing to fans of detective fiction.

Character Details

Real Name:
Ken Shannon
First Appearance:
Police Comics #103
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Abilities:
Skilled detective, Hand-to-hand combat, Marksmanship
Equipment:
Standard detective gear
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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Police Comics #103
Quality ⋅ 1950
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Police Comics #103
 
Low
$30
Mid
$100
High
$300

Key Facts

1st appearance of Ken Shannon, an Irish private eye

1st appearance of T-Man

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