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Baron Strucker
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Creation & Design

Baron Strucker was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby as a villain for the Howling Commandos series, representing the Nazi threat during World War II.

Early Years

Strucker was introduced as a high-ranking Nazi officer and later became the leader of Hydra, a secret organization bent on world domination.

Character Development

Over the years, Baron Strucker has evolved from a simple Nazi villain to a complex character with deep ties to Hydra and the Marvel Universe, often serving as a puppet master behind many major events.

Cultural Reception

Baron Strucker has been well-received as a classic villain in the Marvel Universe, often cited as one of the most enduring foes of Captain America and the Avengers.

Character Details

Real Name:
Wolfgang von Strucker
First Appearance:
Sgt. Fury and His Howling Commandos #5
Aliases:
Baron Strucker
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Hydra, Axis Powers, The Red Skull
Abilities:
Genius-level intellect, Expert tactician, Skilled hand-to-hand combatant
Equipment:
Hydra technology, Advanced weaponry
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
gray

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Sgt. Fury and His Howling Commandos #5
Marvel ⋅ 1964
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1st appearance of Baron Strucker

Secret Warriors #2
Marvel ⋅ 2009
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Secret Warriors #2
 
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1st unofficial team appearance of the High Council of Hydra: Baron Strucker, Madame Hydra, Viper, Gorgon, Kraken (1st), The Hive (1st)

1st appearance of Contessa Valentina Allegra de la Fontaine as Madame Hydra

Secret Warriors #25
Marvel ⋅ 2011
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Secret Warriors #25
 
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1st full appearance and origin of Zodiac aka The Great Wheel, a group of the world's greatest spies gathered by Leonardo da Vinci

Members of Zodiac would go on to create Hydra and Leviathan

Secret Warriors #25
Marvel ⋅ 2011
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1st full appearance and origin of Zodiac aka The Great Wheel, a group of the world's greatest spies gathered by Leonardo da Vinci

Members of Zodiac would go on to create Hydra and Leviathan

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