Who Is Ernie? Origin, Powers and Key Facts
Ernie (DC Comics): Ernest E. Ernest, more commonly known by just “Ernie,” was the sidekick of DC Comics’ “golden age” hero General Glory. Ernie was a spoof of Bucky Barn
Ernie is a DC Comics comic book character, the alter ego of Ernest E. Ernest, with over 17 comic issue appearances. Ernest E. Ernest, more commonly known by just “Ernie,” was the sidekick of DC Comics’ “golden age” hero General Glory. Ernie was a spoof of Bucky Barnes, just as General Glory was a spoof of Captain America.
Who is Ernie?
During the early years of World War II, the embodiment of Liberty approached a young U.S. Army infantryman named Joe Jones. Liberty transformed Joe into the super-powered General Glory when he uttered the words: Lady of liberty, hear my plea For the land of the brave, and the home of the free! General Glory fought the Nazi war machine in Europe. However, on one fateful day at Camp Henderson, a ruckus brought orphaned Ernest E. Ernest to General Glory’s attention. Ernie’s father had been killed in combat, and the rest of the squad looked after him. Glory loved Ernie’s spunk, and invited Ernie to fight alongside him as his sidekick. General Glory and Ernie in action during WWII General Glory and Ernie fought through most of World War II.
Key facts
Ernie is of human origin and first appeared in "The Last Giant Nazi Robot Story!". The character is published by DC Comics. With 17 recorded issue appearances, Ernie ranks among the most featured characters in comics.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Ernie?
Ernest E. Ernest, more commonly known by just “Ernie,” was the sidekick of DC Comics’ “golden age” hero General Glory. Ernie was a spoof of Bucky Barnes, just as General Glory was a spoof of Captain America.
What is Ernie's real name?
Ernie's real identity is Ernest E. Ernest.
When did Ernie first appear?
Ernie first appeared in "The Last Giant Nazi Robot Story!".
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