Ka-pow! Bam! Free Marvel comics now available at BX Published Feb. 3, 2010 AAFES FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE, Wash. -- Captain America is coming to Fairchild to deliver on a promise made to a World War II Soldier in a new Marvel comic book that takes readers from occupied France to the front lines of Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. Other superheroes joining "Cap" in The Promise by Paul Tobin include sidekick Bucky, the Human Torch, Sub Mariner and Miss America. "The Promise is now available, for free, at the Fairchild BX," said General Manager Colleen Murray. The Promise is the eighth free Marvel Comic offered exclusively through AAFES locations since the partnership between the Department of Defense's oldest and largest exchange service began in April, 2005. "Frankly, the project started as a way to provide a taste of home and a bit of escapism to troops serving overseas," said Colleen Murray. "We were a little surprised at how quickly the popularity of the comic books went beyond the front lines as collectors and troops' family members expressed great interest." For more information on how to pick up a free copy of The Promise, authorized exchange shoppers can call the BX at 509-244-3641 ex 2018.