5 Facts About Batman

Batman is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics.

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The character was created by artist Bob Kane and writer Bill Finger and first appeared in Detective Comics #27 in 1939.

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Batman's secret identity is Bruce Wayne, a billionaire playboy and philanthropist who witnessed

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Batman's iconic suit includes a cowl with pointy ears, a cape, and a bat-shaped symbol on the chest.

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Batman's most famous gadgets include the Batarang, a throwing weapon shaped like a bat, and the Batmobile, a high-tech car.

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