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Creation & Design

American Eagle was created in the 1970s as a response to the growing interest in Native American characters in comics. His design reflects traditional Native American attire combined with superhero elements.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a supporting character in Captain America comics, American Eagle quickly gained popularity for his unique abilities and cultural background.

Character Development

Over the years, American Eagle has evolved from a side character to a prominent figure in the Marvel Universe, often representing Native American issues and perspectives in superhero narratives.

Cultural Reception

American Eagle has been well-received for his representation of Native American culture in comics, often praised for his depth and complexity as a character.

Character Details

Real Name:
William Talltrees
Aliases:
Eagle, American Eagle
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Avengers, Thunderbolts
Abilities:
Enhanced strength, Agility, Flight
Equipment:
Bow and arrows, Native American weaponry
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 3"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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America's Best Comics #2

Pines ⋅ 1942

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America's Best Comics #2
 
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1st appearance and origin of American Eagle, Tom Standish

Prize Comics Western #85

Prize ⋅ 1951

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Prize Comics Western #85
 
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1st appearance of American Eagle, unnamed

Avengers, The #148

Marvel ⋅ 1976

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Avengers, The #148
 
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American Eagle becomes Cap'n Hawk, later becomes Blue Eagle

Marvel Two-In-One Annual #6

Marvel ⋅ 1981

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Marvel Two-In-One Annual #6
 
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1st appearance of American Eagle, Jason Strongbow, a Native American belonging to the Navajo tribe

Avengers #12

Marvel ⋅ 2019

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Avengers #12
 
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1st team appearance of the Agents of Wakanda: Black Panther, American Eagle, Fat Cobra, Dr. Nemesis, Ka-Zar and Zabu, Gorilla Man, Odin, Wasp, Okoye and Rosalind Solomon

1st cameo appearance of Shadow Colonel, later revealed to be Xarus

Blade joins the Avengers

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