Our Army at War Featuring Sgt. Rock ##262
DC Comics • Our Army at War Vol. 1
Writer
Robert Kanigher
Interior Artist
Joe Kubert
Cover Artist
Joe Kubert
Publication Date
November 1973
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'The New Blood' starring Sgt. Rock and Easy Company. The narrative focuses on Sgt. Rock leading his men through the harsh realities of WWII combat while dealing with new recruits and the psychological toll of war.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks (some color-breaking), minor corner blunting on the bottom right, slight edge wear along the top, and light surface scuffing/handling wear on the white title lettering. The binding appears tight, but there is mild yellowing consistent with age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $25; Graded (CGC 6.0): $50 - $70
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in Mid-Grade condition have sold for approximately $18-$22. High-grade (9.0+) copies fetch significantly more, often exceeding $100.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading at this time. The estimated grade of 6.0 - 6.5 means the grading fees and shipping would likely exceed the added market value. It is a fantastic reader or collector copy for a personal set.
Notable Features
Bronze Age war comic; iconic Joe Kubert cover art and interior work; 20-cent cover price variant.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic based on the ink saturation of the DC logo, the characteristic paper oxidation (off-white pages), and the 1970s format staple placement.