I had a fun conversation with a fellow on twitter this week about the line of M*A*S*H action figures that was released back I the early 80s. I find it fascinating that series like M*A*S*H and Dallas were merchandised as much as they were considering they’re more or less aimed at an adult audience. In particular, the idea of dedicating a line of trading cards to a dramedy like M*A*S*H just seems insane. “Got it, got it, got it, ooohh, a Hot Lips Houlihan! I’ll trade you two Klinger’s for your Father Francis…”
1982 Donruss M*A*S*H trading cards…
I guess when Doc and Lifeline weren’t enough medics to collectively care for your battle-damaged G.I. Joes, you could always call in the M*A*S*H unit. And it lightens my heart to know that kids had a Father Francis figure to see those poor souls, the ones with the broken O-rings, got the last rites they deserved…
