49 Years Ago Today, the Greatest Anthology Comic Series of All Time Began

Launched by Pat Mills and John Wagner, 2000 AD arrived at a time when British comics were struggling to compete with American giants like DC and Marvel. Despite facing constant censorship challenges, Mills and Wagner created a bold, rebellious comic that appealed to both young readers and adults. Their first issue, 2000 AD #1, boldly started five different story arcs and proved to be a successful risk, ultimately revolutionizing the comic book world in both the UK and the US.








