G.I. Joe Con ’09: Rise of the manchild

This weekend, G.I. Joe enthusiasts and toy collectors from around the nation came to Kansas City to celebrate soldiers — both 3-and-3/4 and 12-inches tall — and to relive their childhoods. The Pitch was there to capture it all, from the parachute drop of hundreds of dolls to detailed costumes. Check out this slideshow and know for yourself, because knowing is half the battle.