This image is that of The Escapist comic book. It serves as hope to Joe, Sam, and those trying fight against Nazi Europe. The hero The Escapist had the goal of protecting the innocent and those who could not help themselves. It served as an allegory towards fighting against Nazi Europe and protecting its victims. For Sam this gave him self confidence and he felt he had a purpose in life. For Joe this gave him hope towards being able to buy his way to save his family as well as being able to take care of them once they got there. This also gave Joe a great feeling in that he truly felt like he was fighting against Nazi Europe through writing his comics.