Who Is Al Pratt? Origin, Powers and Key Facts
Al Pratt (DC Comics): The Golden Age Atom, he was the first hero to use that name. He was also a founding member of both the JSA and the All-Star Squadron.

Al Pratt is a DC Comics comic book character, the alter ego of Albert Pratt, with over 720 comic issue appearances. The Golden Age Atom, he was the first hero to use that name. He was also a founding member of both the JSA and the All-Star Squadron.
Who is Al Pratt?
This page is for Al Pratt, the original Atom. For the second (and current) Atom, Ray Palmer, see the Atom page. For the third Atom, see the Adam Cray page. For the fourth Atom, see the Ryan Choi page. Origin While attending Calvin City College, Al decided to become a boxer, trained by Joe Morgan. Al overcame the odds and became quite a good boxer despite that being short and having poor health as a child. But instead of becoming a professional boxer, Al decided he wanted to become a costumed crime-fighter after failing to protect Mary James (a wealthy girl he liked) from several muggers who beat him up. She at first at rejected him but they later fell in love and were married.
Key facts
Al Pratt is of human origin and first appeared in "Green Lantern: "The Insurance Racket"". The character is published by DC Comics. With 720 recorded issue appearances, Al Pratt ranks among the most featured characters in comics.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Al Pratt?
The Golden Age Atom, he was the first hero to use that name. He was also a founding member of both the JSA and the All-Star Squadron.
What is Al Pratt's real name?
Al Pratt's real identity is Albert Pratt.
When did Al Pratt first appear?
Al Pratt first appeared in "Green Lantern: "The Insurance Racket"".



