jul 24, 1964 - First Comic-Con

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The first official Comic-Con was held in New York City, with around a hundred attendees. The first San Diego Comic-Con, which is now the biggest in the U.S., was held in 1970. The start of Comic-Con is significant in the comic industry because of the place it gives to the community. Comic-Con is a place for fans and creators of comic books to come together and share their passion for comic books. Today, Comic-Con has grown to include more than just comics, such as Sci-Fi movies, but it still retains that environment for people who love comics. Comic-Con gives creators the opportunity to talk directly to their audience about the things they create, and fans can express their enthusiasm and love directly to the creators. There are hundreds of Comic-Cons all over the United States, giving the chance for many people to be introduced into the world of comics. Some conventions can also include not just the comics themselves, but also comic culture and information about the art and even history of comics. Comic Conventions have contributed a lot to the comic industry by creating a community for fans and creators where the art of comics can be discussed and enjoyed by thousands of people.

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