Kurt and Stefan prepare for attack! Halloween 1979

Stefan writes,”I would like to submit a photo of my brother Kurt, age 7, dressed as Darth Vader, and myself, Stefan, age 5, as a Stormtrooper, from Halloween of 1979.

Our mom bought the masks, cape, lightsaber, and …

Brian and his new Star Wars haul! 1979

Brian obviously looks thrilled to receive this amazing Star Wars bounty of action figure goodness. Back in the 1800’s this kind of haul was called a MOTHERLODE! …

Trooper Denny and his…Lightsaber?

Denny ignites his Lightsaber in celebration of Halloween. Personally I’ve not seen a Stormtrooper since the concept painting via Mr. Ralph McQuarrie, but this is absolutely fantastic! …

Andy represents Star Wars 24/7! 1978

Andy and his brother visit Great America Amusement Park. What better way to show off your love for Star Wars than a T-Shirt with Star Wars emblazoned on its front! Be it Star Wars…or yes, King Kong. You MUST celebrate …

Laura and Friends recreate some Star Wars Halloween fun! 1983

Laura tells us,”From 1983. I am the cardboard C-3PO and my friend Lynda is Leia. The stormtrooper is also a friend from high school (costume also cardboard). The Gamorrean is a friend of Lynda’s little sister, I believe.”

An epic …

Bradley, Eric, and Casper get ready for Halloween tricks and treats! 1980

I’m sure excitement was high for this trio! Halloween was a BIG deal when you were young. Here, Bradley and Eric are dressed as Stormtroopers. This folks, was the best costume you could hope for! Ben Cooper Star Wars magic! …

Stormtroopers Bradley and Eric prepare for a Halloween mission! 1980

So much Halloween wonder in this fantastic photo. Take some time to take it all in. This folks is early 80s Halloween greatness! …

Trooper Shawn and Batman! Halloween 1980

Trooper Shawn is all smiles as he prepares for Halloween! Batman seems a tad less enthused. Probably because a Star Wars costume is infinitely cooler than some random superhero. Oh well, this can be remedied next Halloween. …

Greg celebrates a Star Wars Halloween! 1979

In an alternate Star Wars universe, Vader is a short kid and Stormtroopers are taller kids. Quirky, but it could work! Happy Halloween! …