Detective Comics #38

 Robin's Origin!

Detective Comics #38, published in April 1940, is an iconic issue that introduces Robin, the Boy Wonder, and recounts his origin story. Here's a detailed summary:

The story begins at Haly's Circus, where the Flying Graysons—a family of trapeze artists—are performing. Dick Grayson, the youngest member of the family, is thrilled to showcase their act. However, tragedy strikes when his parents' trapeze ropes are sabotaged by gangsters working for a racketeer named Boss Zucco, who is extorting the circus for protection money. Dick witnesses his parents fall to their deaths and overhears the gangsters boasting about their crime.

Batman, investigating Zucco's criminal activities, takes notice of Dick's plight. Recognizing the boy's bravery and determination to seek justice, Bruce Wayne (as Batman) decides to adopt Dick as his ward and train him to become his crime-fighting partner. Bruce reveals his identity as Batman to Dick and starts mentoring him in combat, acrobatics, and detective skills.

Robin makes his debut as Batman's sidekick, donning his brightly colored costume inspired by his circus background. Together, the Dynamic Duo confront Boss Zucco and his gang, ultimately bringing them to justice. Dick avenges his parents' deaths, marking the beginning of his journey as Robin, the Boy Wonder.

This issue is a pivotal moment in Batman's history, adding depth to the character's story and introducing the concept of a sidekick, which became a staple in superhero comics. It also lightened the tone of Batman's adventures, making them accessible to a younger audience.