The Night Gwen Stacy Died

Published in 1973, 'The Night Gwen Stacy Died' is a pivotal story arc in 'The Amazing Spider-Man' series, written by Gerry Conway with art by Gil Kane, and published by Marvel Comics. This storyline is contained within issues #121-122 of 'The Amazing Spider-Man'. The arc is renowned for its dramatic and tragic events, marking a significant turning point in Spider-Man's life. The story begins with the Green Goblin, Norman Osborn, discovering Spider-Man's true identity as Peter Parker. In a bid to exact revenge, the Goblin kidnaps Peter's girlfriend, Gwen Stacy, and takes her to the George Washington Bridge. During the ensuing battle, Gwen is thrown off the bridge by the Goblin. Spider-Man attempts to save her with his webbing, but the sudden stop causes her neck to snap, resulting in her death. This event deeply impacts Peter Parker, leading to a final confrontation with the Green Goblin, who ultimately dies after being impaled by his own glider. The arc is significant for its mature themes and the permanent death of a major character, which was uncommon at the time. It is often cited as a key moment in comic book history, influencing the tone of future superhero stories and contributing to the development of the Bronze Age of Comics.