• 17th February 1936: ‘The Phantom’ comic strip published for the first time, widely regarded as the first costumed superhero

  • Feb 17 2025
  • Length: Less than 1 minute
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17th February 1936: ‘The Phantom’ comic strip published for the first time, widely regarded as the first costumed superhero

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  • The Phantom's distinctive appearance of a skin-tight purple costume, domino mask, and striped trunks became iconic, influencing later superheroes in comic book ...
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