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Lee Falk's The Phantom is the prototypical comic book superhero. Making his debut before Batman or even Superman, The Phantom shaped the modern superhero. So how fitting that the Man Who Cannot Die lives on thanks to the Wahgi tribe of Papua New Guinea, and there dedication to painting his striking image on their beautiful shields!

Every Wednesday, Comic Misconceptions explores the incredible stories, fascinating ideas, and mind-blowing theories regarding comic books and the rich history and culture that surrounds them!

Hosted by Scott Niswander (@ScottNiswander)

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SOURCES:
The Man Who Cannot Die
http://www.lastwordonnothing.com/2010...
Why Does This Comic Book Hero Appear On So Many New Guinea War Shields?
http://io9.com/why-does-this-comic-bo...
POP TRIBAL
http://www.artnet.com/magazineus/revi...
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http://www.oobject.com/category/15-pa...

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