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Creation & Design

Sgt. Rock was created by writer Robert Kanigher and artist Joe Kubert, debuting in the late 1950s as a gritty, realistic portrayal of a soldier during World War II.

Early Years

Initially appearing in 'Our Army at War', Sgt. Rock quickly became a staple of war comics, known for his leadership of Easy Company and his unyielding bravery in battle.

Character Development

Over the decades, Sgt. Rock has evolved from a simple war hero to a complex character representing the sacrifices and struggles of soldiers, often reflecting on the moral ambiguities of war.

Cultural Reception

Sgt. Rock has been critically acclaimed for its realistic portrayal of war and its impact on soldiers, earning a dedicated fanbase.

Character Details

Real Name:
Frank Rock
Aliases:
Sgt. Rock, The Rock
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Easy Company, Allied Forces
Abilities:
Expert hand-to-hand combatant, Tactical genius, Skilled marksman
Equipment:
M1 Garand rifle, Combat gear
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
brown

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All-American Men of War #28

DC ⋅ 1955

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All-American Men of War #28
 
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Prototype of Sgt. Rock

G.I. Combat #67

Quality ⋅ 1958

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G.I. Combat #67
 
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1st appearance of Tank Killer

G.I. Combat #68

Quality ⋅ 1959

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G.I. Combat #68
 
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Prototype of Sgt. Rock

All-American Men of War #67

DC ⋅ 1959

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All-American Men of War #67
 
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1st appearance of Gunner & Sarge

Our Army at War #81

DC ⋅ 1959

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Our Army at War #81
 
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Prototype of Sgt. Rock

Our Army at War #82

DC ⋅ 1959

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Our Army at War #82
 
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1st cameo appearance of Sgt. Rock

Our Army at War #83

DC ⋅ 1959

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Our Army at War #83
 
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1st full appearance of Sgt. Rock - two panel cameo in issue #82

[September 2024 - a new still from the Creature Commandos has caused speculation that the character is Sgt. Rock (tap cover and swipe to view image) which fuels previous rumors that DC is developing a Sgt. Rock movie with director Luca Guadagnino attached]

Our Army at War #88

DC ⋅ 1959

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Our Army at War #88
 
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First issue exclusive to Sgt. Rock stories

Our Army at War #91

DC ⋅ 1960

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Our Army at War #91
 
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Cover art by Jerry Grandenetti

Our Army at War #128

DC ⋅ 1963

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Our Army at War #128
 
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Origin of Sgt. Rock

1st appearance of Sgt. Krupp

Showcase #45

DC ⋅ 1963

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Showcase #45
 
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Origin of Sgt. Rock retold

Brave and the Bold, The #52

DC ⋅ 1964

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Brave and the Bold, The #52
 
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First team-up of Lt. Johnny Cloud and Sgt. Rock

Our Army at War #148

DC ⋅ 1964

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Our Army at War #148
 
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Sgt. Rock becomes General

G.I. Combat #138

Quality ⋅ 1969

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G.I. Combat #138
 
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1st team appearance of The Losers: Captain Storm, Gunner, Sarge, Johnny Cloud

Our Fighting Forces #123

DC ⋅ 1970

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Our Fighting Forces #123
 
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2nd team appearance of The Losers: Captain Storm, Gunner, Sarge, Johnny Cloud

Our Army at War #280

DC ⋅ 1975

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Our Army at War #280
 
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Anniversary issue celebrating the 200th appearance of Sgt. Rock

G.I. Combat #244

Quality ⋅ 1982

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G.I. Combat #244
 
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Death of Slim Stryker

1st team appearance of The Mercenaries

DC Universe: Legacies #4

1:25 ⋅ DC ⋅ 2010

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DC Universe: Legacies #4
 
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Variant cover art by Joe Kubert featuring Sgt. Rock

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