Take Home a Real American Hero - G.I. Joe!
G.I. Joe is a line of action figures produced and owned by the Hasbro toy company, but the line has greatly expanded to include comics, book and record sets, movies, television, and video games. Really. who among you hasn't heard of the toy G.I. Joes that initially represented the four branches of the United States armed forces with the Action Soldier (Army), Action Sailor (Navy), Action Pilot (Air Force), Action Marine (Marine Corps), and later, the Action Nurse? But did you know this: The launch and development of Hasbro G.I. Joe action figures actually resulted in the coining and general use of the now-common term "action figure"! Plus, Joe's appeal to both children and adults has made it nothing less than an icon among toys. So, if you made your way to this page looking for new G.I. Joe toys, you're not alone and you've come to the right place! You might find randomly selected blind-boxed key chains and mini-figures, vinyl figures (including those adorable Pop!s), roleplay items, computer accessories such as flash drives, T-shirts, pins, and a whole lot more. Have you ever wondered where the G. I. Joe ninja called Snake Eyes came from? Watch his 2021 film and buy his action figures, statues, Pop! Vinyl figures, and more right here. You ask if we have G.I. Joe for sale? Yes, sir! Just look at all this marvelous gear!
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Where Does the Name Come From?
The name comes from a term used to denote the United States soldier. In turn, that term was derived from the more general word "G.I." that was short for "Government Issue" or "General Issue," and before that, "galvanized iron." As the years went by, but long before G.I. Joe collectibles came into being and became so popular, the term came into widespread use and gradually replaced "Doughboy" that was used in World War I. Then, in 1945, American General Dwight D. Eisenhower stated that "the truly heroic figure of this war [is] G. I. Joe and his counterpart in the air, the navy, and the Merchant Marine of every one of the United Nations."The Evolution of a Hero
G.I. Joe dolls and figures didn't appear in their present form overnight. In fact, the original 12-inch tall line was introduced in February 1964. This line was licensed to British toy manufacturer Palitoy and was known as "Action Man." Things really got exciting when Hasbro relaunched the line in 1982, in 3 3/4-inch scale and including playsets, vehicles, and the detailed backstory that led to G.I. Joe Cobra action figures and the struggles by Joe to save the world from takeover by these evil baddies. While the line evolved into the uber-popular Real American Hero series, Action Man also changed and was renamed "Action Force." So, now you can get your good guys and the G.I. Joe Cobra toys to oppose them and do battle to your heart's content!They're Not Superheroes, but…
There are many different incarnations of this highly demanded and highly respected line of collectible playthings, with different characters possessing different accessories, skills, and expertise in areas such as weapons, explosives, and martial arts - such as ninja Snake Eyes as seen in the 2021 movie. This leads to endless hours of fun for kids and grownups, be it with a vehicle, a playset, or an action figure. G.I. Joe truly does offer something for everyone!The Latest and Greatest Are Right Here!
Entertainment Earth is committed to bringing you all the newest and hottest items from this amazing franchise, so as you scour the Internet searching for what you want, make this page your first stop. If you're looking for new or vintage G.I. Joe, you'll probably find exactly what you seek here, but even if you don't, you're sure to discover plenty of marvelous merchandise to fill your needs.In 2003, G.I. Joe was inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame in Rochester, New York, so we're sure you'll enjoy welcoming him into your home, your toy box, and your collection too.
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