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Uncle Sam
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Creation & Design

Uncle Sam was created during World War II as a patriotic symbol, embodying the spirit of America and its values.

Early Years

He first appeared in the 1940s, fighting against Axis powers and promoting American ideals.

Character Development

Over the years, Uncle Sam has evolved from a straightforward patriotic figure to a complex character that grapples with the ideals of freedom and justice.

Cultural Reception

Uncle Sam has been well-received as a symbol of American patriotism, often used in political cartoons and media.

Character Details

Real Name:
Samuel Wilson
First Appearance:
National Comics #1
Aliases:
The Spirit of America
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Justice League, Freedom Fighters
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Flight, Energy manipulation
Equipment:
Patriotic costume, Symbolic staff
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
white

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National Comics #1
Quality ⋅ 1940
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National Comics #1
 
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1st appearance of Uncle Sam, derives his powers from his belief in his country

National Comics #5
Quality ⋅ 1940
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National Comics #5
 
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1st appearance of Quicksilver, later becomes Max Mercury

Origin of Uncle Sam

Uncle Sam #1
Quality ⋅ 1941
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Uncle Sam #1
 
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Origin of Uncle Sam

Remember Pearl Harbor
Street and Smith ⋅ 1942
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Remember Pearl Harbor
 
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One-shot following the attack on Pearl Harbor

Includes a backup story promoting war bonds

Justice League of America #107
DC ⋅ 1973
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Justice League of America #107
 
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1st team appearance of The Freedom Fighters: Uncle Sam, The Ray, Black Condor, Doll Man, Phantom Lady and the Human Bomb

1st appearance of Earth-X, a parallel Earth where The Third Reich won World War II

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Freedom Fighters #1
DC ⋅ 2018
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Freedom Fighters #1
 
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Reintroduction of Uncle Sam and the Freedom Fighters

12 part limited series that takes place on Earth 10, an alternate reality where the Nazis won World War II

1st team appearance of The Plastic Men, foot soldiers in the employ of Hitler II

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