THE ART OF BRITISH WAR COMICS exhibition

Rebellion has introduced a brand new exhibition in partnership with the Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum, Woodstock UK: Into Battle: The Art of British War Comics. Opening October 1, 2023 and working by means of to April 30, 2024, Into Battle guarantees to attract on Rebellion’s gathered archive of fabric from classic British battle comics titles – similar to War Picture Library, Battle Picture Weekly/Battle Action, and extra – with unique covers and pages on public show for the primary time.

According to the press launch:

“Hugely standard in the present day, Britain has been publishing comics constantly for over 130 years. During that point, battle has remained a staple of comedian e-book storytelling and by the Sixties and Seventies battle tales have been the most well-liked style.

“The exhibition, featuring original comic artwork on public display for the first time, tells the story of war comics decade by decade. From satirical comic strips and patriotic illustrated story papers of 19th Century and early 20th Century, to the revolutionary comics of the 1970s, which presented much more gritty, authentic and emotionally-charged stories.”

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“Alongside much to capture the interest and imagination of adults, the exhibition will offer younger visitors the chance to discover how comics are made and have a go at creating comics themselves.”

The press launch teases a number of artists that will probably be on show, similar to Jordi Penalva (Bulldog Breed, 1965), Giorgio de Gaspari (Spy 13, 1959), and Graham Cotton (Gun Duel, 1967). One spotlight will be the inclusion of Joe Colquhoun pages from the traditional World War I drama Charley’s War (1979-1985), which he co-created with author Pat Mills.

The Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum (SOFO) is an area battle museum based mostly within the city of Woodstock, Oxfordshire, UK. It has labored with nationwide and worldwide companions and in line with its web site describes itself as:

“More than a local military museum, SOFO is a museum that everyone can enjoy, from kids to parents and grandparents. We tell stories of how conflict has affected the county and its people, from soldiers serving on the front lines to ordinary people living on the Home Front.”

The Into Battle exhibition is sponsored by British multidisciplinary property and building consultancy agency Ridge, whose headquarters – like Rebellion’s – are based mostly within the Oxfordshire county city of Oxford, England. Speaking concerning the partnership, Ridge stated:

“Ridge is delighted to support the local community near its Oxford office with a new exhibition showcasing the best British war comics. Supporting this exhibition on British war comics celebrates the rich history and honours the bravery and sacrifices of soldiers while promoting cultural engagement and education in our community.”