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Captain America IV (Burnside)
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Creation & Design

Sam Wilson was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Gene Colan, first appearing in Captain America #117 in 1969. He was the first African American superhero in mainstream comics.

Early Years

Initially introduced as the Falcon, Sam Wilson became a close ally of Captain America and eventually took on the mantle of Captain America himself, representing a new era for the character.

Character Development

Over the years, Sam Wilson has evolved from a sidekick to a fully realized hero in his own right, tackling contemporary issues and redefining what it means to be Captain America.

Cultural Reception

Sam Wilson's portrayal as Captain America has been widely praised for its depth and relevance, resonating with audiences and critics alike.

Character Details

Real Name:
Sam Wilson
First Appearance:
Young Men #24
Aliases:
Falcon, Captain America
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Avengers, S.H.I.E.L.D., The Invaders
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Flight, Expert martial artist, Tactical genius
Equipment:
Wingsuit, Shield
Weight:
185lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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Young Men #24
Atlas ⋅ 1953
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Young Men #24
 
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$600
Mid
$1.8k
High
$6k

Key Facts

1st appearance of Captain America IV, William Burnside and Bucky, Jack Monroe

Revealed in a flashback that the Human Torch killed Hitler - the panel shows Hitler on fire, commanding his subordinate to tell the world he committed suicide

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