While we of
Atomic Kommie Comics™ are prepping for Thanksgiving (which includes early Christmas shopping), let's take a moment to thank the guys who made it possible...Indians!
(Admittedly a mis-label, since Native Americans aren't from India, the name has stuck from 1492 to the Present.)
Remember, if it wasn't for the generosity of the local Indians, the Pilgrims wouldn't have survived their first year in the harsh New England environment!
Yet, in most of pop culture (including comics), Indians are "bad guys"!
Even in the 1950s, there were several attempts to show America's original inhabitants in a more favorable light.
Besides sidekicks to heroes like
The Lone Ranger and
Red Ryder, there were several Indian characters who were the "lead" heroes!
We've found two of the best,
Green Arrowhead (who appeared in
Indian Braves) and
Red Arrow (who had his own title!) and incorporated them into our
Western Comics Adventures™ line with
four exciting covers!
Both characters fought for truth and justice against
anyone, Indian or White, who threatened peace in the Old West!
So, if you're looking for a Western-themed Christmas gift for that special someone, consider the option of a Native American-oriented graphically-kool collectible!
