Philip Francis Nowlan
Science fiction author, created Buck Rogers
Born
1888
138 years ago
Died
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An American author gained prominence in the science fiction genre with the creation of the iconic character Buck Rogers. The character first appeared in a short story titled 'Armageddon 2419 A.D.', published in 1928. The popularity of Buck Rogers led to a comic strip adaptation, which debuted in 1929, further solidifying the character's presence in popular culture. The character would go on to appear in radio shows, films, and a television series, making Buck Rogers a pioneering figure in the science fiction genre.
Created Buck Rogers in 'Armageddon 2419 A.D.'
Developed the Buck Rogers comic strip in 1929
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