Sherlock Holmes

Sherlock Holmes

Creation & Design

Sherlock Holmes was created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, inspired by Dr. Joseph Bell, one of his professors at the University of Edinburgh Medical School.

Early Years

Holmes first appeared in 'A Study in Scarlet' in 1887, quickly becoming a cultural icon known for his keen observation and logical reasoning.

Character Development

Over the years, Sherlock Holmes has evolved from a literary character into a symbol of intelligence and rationality, inspiring countless adaptations in film, television, and other media.

Cultural Reception

Sherlock Holmes has been received positively by audiences and critics alike, often regarded as one of the greatest fictional detectives.

Character Details

Real Name:
Sherlock Holmes
Aliases:
The Consulting Detective, The Great Detective
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Dr. John Watson, Scotland Yard, The Baker Street Irregulars
Abilities:
Deductive reasoning, Disguise, Forensic science, Martial arts
Equipment:
Magnifying glass, Deerstalker hat, Pistol, Various disguises
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
5' 10"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
dark brown
Fawcett Dec 1942

Captain Marvel Jr. #2

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Battle Captain Marvel Jr. vs. Captain Nazi
1st appearance and origin of Captain Nippon
1st appearance of Sherlock Holmes in a standard U.S. comic book story, unnamed but alluded to throughout - previously appeared briefly in a one-page activity game in Dynamic Comics #3 (1942)
Gilberton Jan 1947

Classic Comics #33

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First comic book adaptation of a Sherlock Holmes story
First printing can be identified by not listing individual issues published by Gilberton on the back cover as seen on later printings

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