History of GI Joe - 1983 | A Real American Hero Vintage | Cobra Convergence 7 Special! w/ Hans Chow

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This is the history of G.I. Joe A Real American hero during its vintage run - 1983 in this case. These action figures took the industry of old toys by storm in its heyday.

Cobra Convergence website as hosted by HoodedCobraCommander788:

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Witness the follow-up year of swivel arm joes from the prior year to Duke and Gung-Ho to Snow Job and Tripwire. Also Destro, Major Bludd as well as a Viper Pilot and Hiss Tank Driver to army build to your heart's desire. The Skystriker, 1983 Headquarters, Wolverine tank and others are all here.

Special thanks to Hans Chow. His Instagram account is here:
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Also, much appreciation to 3DJoes.com for allow us to use their images.

Some image scans are sourced from Ultimate Guide to GI Joe volume 3 book by Mark Bellomo

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