Batman #70: The Robot Cop Of Gotham City! / The Masterminds Of Crime / The Parasols Of Plunder

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Batman #70: The Robot Cop Of Gotham City! / The Masterminds Of Crime / The Parasols Of Plunder stands out in Gotham Vault because the issue title, character tags, and 1952-04-01 cover date create a distinct entry point into Batman. Readers can use it to jump from this issue into Alfred Pennyworth, Batman, Buzzy Brown, Casey the Cop and related Batman continuity.

Issue summary

Be Sure Of Your Facts: (PSA with Buzzy Brown) The Robot Cop Of Gotham City: (Batman) a scientist creates a robot that can pass for a human and offers it to the GCPD as a cop. the robot is remote-controlled, and its operator is determined to prove it to be a better lawman than Batman. Over time, it comes close to replacing Batman but is eventually retired after it is found to be rendered inoperable by X-rays. Private Pete: (gag strip by Henry Boltinoff) Casey the Cop: (gag strip by Henry Boltinoff) The Masterminds Of Crime: (Batman) Another story about a crime school. Varsity Vic: (gag strip by Henry Boltinoff) One Punch Willie: (gag strip) Jerry the Jitterbug: (gag strip by Henry Boltinoff) Burglars Beware: (text story) Peg: (gag strip by Henry Boltinoff) The Parasols Of Plunder: (Batman) After being paroled on condition that he does not keep any birds, Penguin starts an umbrella company and tricks Batman into endorsing his umbrellas. Quick Quiz:

Characters listed for this issue

Alfred PennyworthThe man who raised Batman. Ex-SAS, current butler, permanent father figure. The only one who…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

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BatmanOpen this Gotham Vault character file to see linked appearances, story arcs, and related com…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

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Buzzy BrownOpen this Gotham Vault character file to see linked appearances, story arcs, and related com…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

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Casey the CopOpen this Gotham Vault character file to see linked appearances, story arcs, and related com…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

Nightwing (Dick Grayson)The first Robin, all grown up. Acrobat, detective, leader. The best of Batman without the da…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

Commissioner Gordon (James Gordon)The one good cop in a corrupt city. Keeps the GCPD running and the Bat-Signal lit. Never los…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

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Jerry the JitterbugOpen this Gotham Vault character file to see linked appearances, story arcs, and related com…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

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PegOpen this Gotham Vault character file to see linked appearances, story arcs, and related com…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

The Penguin (Oswald Cobblepot)Oswald Cobblepot runs the Iceberg Lounge and half the city's underworld. Never underestimate…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

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Private PeteOpen this Gotham Vault character file to see linked appearances, story arcs, and related com…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

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Varsity VicOpen this Gotham Vault character file to see linked appearances, story arcs, and related com…VIEW APPEARANCES ›