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Real Life Comics 43
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COMIC DETAILS
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Comic Description:
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Real Life Comics 43 Universal
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Grade:
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4.5
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Page Quality:
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CREAM TO OFF-WHITE
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Certification #:
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3724633004
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Owner:
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walclark
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SET DETAILS
Owner's Description
In the 1940s, Americans' fascination with African wildlife grew, fueled by adventure films, safari expeditions, and conservation efforts, highlighting exotic animals and untamed landscapes.
During the 1940s, several notable explorers and filmmakers captured the public's imagination:
Explorers:
1. Lowell Thomas - Known for his travel documentaries and radio broadcasts, Thomas brought stories of exotic locations to American audiences.
2. Thor Heyerdahl - Famous for his 1947 Kon-Tiki expedition, where he sailed a raft from South America to the Polynesian islands to demonstrate possible ancient migration routes.
Filmmakers:
1. John Huston - Directed classics like "The Maltese Falcon" (1941) and "The Treasure of the Sierra Madre" (1948).
2. Alfred Hitchcock - Known for suspenseful thrillers such as "Notorious" (1946) and "Rope" (1948).
3. Walt Disney - Continued to innovate in animation with films like "Bambi" (1942) and "Fantasia" (1940).
These individuals significantly influenced both exploration and cinema during the 1940s, leaving lasting legacies in their respective fields.
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