HOTW- The Web

 

From Wiki- The Web debuted in issue #27 of Zip Comics in July 1942, having originally been intended for Top-Notch Comics, the change occurring due to a decision to emphasize the humour of Top-Notch. In that first issue, he rescues a woman named Rose Wayne from a Japanese terrorist, the Black Dragon of Death. Rose discovers his secret identity.^[1] His origin was recounted in the second story, in issue #28.^[2]

The Web's secret identity was John Raymond, a college professor of criminology, and mystery writer.^[3] Raymond's interest in studying the motives and behavior of criminals harked back to his youth, and the criminal leanings of his brother Tom.  The Web's enemies include Captain Berlin, and other Nazis.^[2]

I never got to read these early stories, but saw him in the 80s version of the Mighty Crusaders.  Rose would be Pow-Girl in the 60s.  The less said about that iteration the better.  Yes, it was these Crusaders that made the Southern Knights name come into existence.  Still, it is a great look looking suit.  It probably looks vastly different now.