In celebration of Batman's 80th anniversary, DC worked with the USO to honor American troops.
DC Comics Chief Creative Officer Jim Lee and award-winning writer (and former CIA veteran) Tom King were among those who visited US troops currently stationed in Kuwait. They were accompanied by Black Lightning star Nafessa Williams (Anissa Pierce/Thunder) and The Flash's Candice Patton (Iris West Allen) and Danielle Panabaker (Caitlin Snow/Killer Frost).
DC also brought over a Tumbler, the distinctive Batmobile from the Christopher Nolan Dark Knight trilogy. Service members were even allowed to climb inside the vehicle. Service members were also able to view an early screening of upcoming DC television series Pennyworth.
"It was an absolute honor to meet with brave service members that exemplify real-life heroism," Lee said in a statement. "These heroes inspire the world every day with their valor and commitment to freedom, the same courageous qualities that Batman has symbolized for eight decades. DC is extremely proud to have joined forces with the USO to deliver an unprecedented Batman experience to our troops.”
The USO will continue to cooperate with DC for the rest of the year, bringing special Batman-themed USO2GO kits featuring comics, movies, TV shows and video games to service members around the globe.