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Who Is Helen Claiborne? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Helen Claiborne (DC Comics): Helen Claiborne is the daughter of Max Mercury

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Helen Claiborne is a DC Comics comic book character, with over 66 comic issue appearances. Helen Claiborne is the daughter of Max Mercury

Who is Helen Claiborne?

Stranded in the late 1940’s Max Mercury saves Manchester, Alabama from Dr. Morlo ’s mustard gas attack. He faints in front of Dr. David Claibourne who takes him to his house. There he and his wife Laura take care of Max as he recoups from the attack. After nine weeks, Max finally wakes up. While Max regains his strength, he and Laura spend a lot of time together while David makes house calls. With each passing day, Laura and Max grow closer and closer until they begin an illicit affair.

Key facts

Helen Claiborne is of human origin and first appeared in "How to Win Friends and Influence People". The character is published by DC Comics. With 66 recorded issue appearances, Helen Claiborne ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

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Who is Helen Claiborne?

Helen Claiborne is the daughter of Max Mercury

When did Helen Claiborne first appear?

Helen Claiborne first appeared in "How to Win Friends and Influence People".

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