“Lining up another invasion from Outer Space”
Here’s a 1983 newspaper article from the UK that demonstrates Star Wars’ popularity around the world. Written by Jean Donald, the article gives a brief overview of space toys — Buck Rogers, Dr. Who, Star Trek, and Battlestar Galactica all earn a mention — and even shares a little about the Return of the Jedi action figures that were releasing at the time. I love the newspaper archives!
Related articles
- 1997 Newspaper Article on Star Wars Action Figures Mentions “Shadows of the Empire” (battlegrip.com)
- Mego’s Buck Rogers Star Fighter and Draconian Marauder Ad from 1979 (battlegrip.com)
- 1980 Coleco Catalog and the Star Trek Electronic Game (battlegrip.com)