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Sparkler Comics #34
Sparkler Comics #34 is an anthology issue featuring multiple stories. The main story involves a World War II espionage plot in which saboteurs attempt to prevent the Queen Victoria ship from sailing with troops, but are stopped through military coordination and quick action. The issue also includes a "Sparkler Salutes" section honoring real U.S. servicemen, including Pilot James A. Krispinsky, Co-Pilot Craige Andrus, Staff Sergeant Wade E. Saunders, and Lieutenant Benjamin L. Smalley Jr., who heroically saved a crewmate during a damaged bomber's crash landing. Additionally, the issue features a continuing adventure story involving military personnel at a British headquarters dealing with coded messages and Nazi operatives, with the narrative to be continued in the next issue.