*ACTION SOLDIER HISTORY
In 1964, G. I. Joe seized the "gung ho" spirit of Youths across America with the original G. I. Joe Action Soldier. This fully poseable Army figure, appearing with the now famous battle scar that hinted at G. I. Joe's secret past, featured authentically styled fatigues, metal dog tags, Army cap, boots and a G. I. Joe Army Field Training Manual. Accessory sets were soon available to equip the Action Soldier, including the Green Beret Machine Gun Outpost (1966)that included numerous accessories, battle weapons and 2 camouflaged outfits. Also, availablein 1967, a West Point Cadet Set styled directly from actual cadet outfits.
By the end of the decade, G. I. Joe had members from every branch of the United States Military, as well as representatives from many foreign armed forces. Other G. I. Joe adventure teams were developed to expand G. I. Joe's theater of operations and help defend the world from a variety of villans. These teams laid the groundwork for today's heroes of military might as they continue the fight for freedom and justice around the world, battling the evil forces of Cobra with unrelenting determination.
Now, this commemorative "Action Soldier" Army figure has been deployed to celebrate the 30th anniversary of G. I. Joe! This "Real American Hero" represents G. I. Joe's original Action Soldier and the adventurous spirit of his exciting missions. This fully poseable figure includes specialized commemorative weapons and accessories for added action and collectibility.
G. I. Joe: a true American legend!
*Source: Interior flap of Window box package
Accessories include: Battle Bunker, firing bazooka, side arm, back pack, and rifle.
**ACTION SOLDIER (U.S. ARMY INFANTRY)
"My first years in the Army were extremely valuable, as they served as the foundation upon which my G. I. Joe carreer would be built. Every G. I. Joe worth his weight in ammo received training at one of the U. S. military branches, although no training can replac feild experience when it comes to raw combat. When the shells start exploding and the bullets start to fly, you'd better know how to react with split-second reflexes. As a G. I. Joe, you not only learn when to stand and fight, but when to take cover as well."
**Source: Package backing