Our Army at War Featuring Sgt. Rock #No. 239
DC Comics • Our Army at War (Vol. 1)
Writer
Robert Kanigher
Interior Artist
Joe Kubert
Cover Artist
Joe Kubert
Publication Date
December 1971
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'The New Kid!' which follows Sgt. Rock and Easy Company. A young boy gets caught in the crossfire of WWII, and Rock must prevent the child from losing his humanity by becoming a killer, even at the risk of Rock's own life.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine- (5.5)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and cumulative color-breaking creases. Pronounced rounding and wear on the bottom-right corner. Notable spine roll and vertical creasing along the left edge. Minor surface chipping/abrasions on the black background areas near the top and right edges. Age-related tanning visible on page edges peeking out from the cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $25–$45; Graded (CGC 5.5): $80–$110
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade copies (5.0-6.5) average between $30 and $55. High-grade 9.0+ copies can exceed $200.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal sentimental value. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading plus shipping would likely equal or exceed the market value of the book in this mid-grade condition.
Notable Features
Bronze Age DC War title; Joe Kubert cover art and interior art; 25-cent 'Bigger and Better' 48-page giant issue format; includes 'The Glory Trail' and 'The Long Road' back-up stories.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1971 DC production. Features correct dual staples and period-accurate newsprint paper stock. Includes the 30600 DC code in the top right corner and the 'Approved by the Comics Code Authority' seal.