Batman #72: The Jungle Batman!

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Batman #72: The Jungle Batman! stands out in Gotham Vault because the issue title, character tags, and 1952-08-01 cover date create a distinct entry point into Batman. Readers can use it to jump from this issue into Batman, Casey the Cop, Nightwing (Dick Grayson), Commissioner Gordon (James Gordon) and related Batman continuity.

Issue summary

1. Superman says, “It’s Smart to Check – and Doublecheck”: (PSA with Superman) Superman prevents an accident involving two cars and a bike before telling the drivers they should be more careful, pay attention, and anticipate what others on the road might do. 2. The Jungle Batman: (Batman) Batman and Robin are escorting a group of international criminals called the Sinister 8 back to the prison of Satan's Island when a torpedo sinks their ship. Having shed most of their clothing so it wouldn't weigh them down in the water, our heroes wash ashore on a jungle island in little more than their masks and underwear and must use what they can find to survive and recapture the cons. 3. Varcity Vic: (gag strip by Henry Boltinoff) Vic is supposed to meet Sue on the corner of Elm and Main for a date. Both are on time, but each is waiting around the corner and not seeing the other. Each soon gets frustrated that the other is late. Lois shows up asking if Vic has seen Ronnie, as they had similar plans. At the same time, Ronnie and Sue have a similar interaction. Each pair, thinking they have been stood up, decides to go out with each other, only then do they see each other and all four angrily yell "No wonder you didn't show up - you're two-timing me!" 4. The Legion Of Faceless Men: (Batman) Batman and Robin are invited to a meeting of the Maskers, a club for men who wear masks in their…

Characters listed for this issue

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

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SupermanOpen 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 ›