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Vigilante (Golden Age)
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Creation & Design

Created during the Golden Age of Comics, Vigilante was designed to be a cowboy-themed hero who fought crime in urban settings, reflecting the era's fascination with law and order.

Early Years

Vigilante debuted in the early 1940s, quickly becoming a popular character in the Action Comics series, where he fought against gangsters and other criminals.

Character Development

Over the years, Vigilante evolved from a straightforward crime-fighter to a more complex character, grappling with the moral implications of his actions and the changing landscape of heroism.

Cultural Reception

Vigilante was well-received during the Golden Age, appealing to readers with his unique blend of cowboy and crime-fighting elements.

Character Details

Real Name:
Greg Sanders
First Appearance:
Action Comics #42
Aliases:
The Vigilante
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Justice Society of America, All-Star Squadron
Abilities:
Expert marksman, Acrobatics, Hand-to-hand combat
Equipment:
Dual pistols, Lasso, Motorcycle
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
brown

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Action Comics #42
DC ⋅ 1941
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Action Comics #42
 
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1st appearance of Vigilante

Leading Comics #1
DC ⋅ 1941
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Leading Comics #1
 
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3rd appearance and first cover of Green Arrow and Speedy

1st team appearance of the Seven Soldiers of Victory: Green Arrow, Crimson Avenger, Shining Knight, Speedy, Star-Spangled Kid, Stripesy, Vigilante

1st appearance of the Dummy

All Funny Comics #16
DC ⋅ 1947
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All Funny Comics #16
 
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Crossover appearance by Superman, Batman, Robin, Green Arrow and Vigilante

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