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Creation & Design

Union Jack was created by writer Roy Thomas and artist Frank Robbins, inspired by the patriotic themes of World War II and the desire to create a British counterpart to Captain America.

Early Years

Joseph Chapman served as a soldier during World War II and took on the mantle of Union Jack to fight against the Axis powers alongside other heroes in The Invaders.

Character Development

Over the years, Union Jack has evolved from a World War II hero to a modern-day operative, adapting to new challenges while maintaining his patriotic spirit and commitment to justice.

Cultural Reception

Union Jack has been well-received as a symbol of British heroism, often praised for his design and character depth.

Character Details

Real Name:
Joseph Chapman
First Appearance:
Invaders #7
Aliases:
Union Jack, The British Hero
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Invaders, MI-13, The Howling Commandos
Abilities:
Expert hand-to-hand combatant, Skilled marksman, Peak human physical condition
Equipment:
Union Jack costume, Various weapons
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
brown

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Invaders #7
Marvel ⋅ 1976
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Invaders #7
 
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1st appearance of Union Jack, James Montgomery Falsworth

1st appearance of Baron Blood, a vampire

1st appearance of Jacqueline Falsworth, later becomes Spitfire

1st team appearance of the Freedom's Five: Union Jack, Crimson Cavalier, Sir Steel, Silver Squire, Phantom Eagle

Invaders #8
Marvel ⋅ 1976
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Invaders #8
 
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Union Jack joins the Invaders

1st cover appearance of Union Jack

Invaders #18
Marvel ⋅ 1977
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Invaders #18
 
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1st appearance of the Destroyer, becomes the second Union Jack

Invaders #19
Marvel ⋅ 1977
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Invaders #19
 
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1st cameo appearance of the second Union Jack, Brian Falsworth

Invaders #20
Marvel ⋅ 1977
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Invaders #20
 
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1st full appearance of second Union Jack, Brian Falsworth

Backup story reprinting Namor's first appearance from Motion Picture Funnies Weekly #1 (1939)

[October 2021 - Rumor that Union Jack will appear in the MCU]

Captain America #253
Marvel ⋅ 1981
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Captain America #253
 
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1st appearance of Joseph Chapman, later becomes the third Union Jack

1st appearance of Kenneth Crichton, later becomes the third Baron Blood

Captain America #254
Marvel ⋅ 1981
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Captain America #254
 
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Death of the first Union Jack, suffered a heart attack

Death of Baron Blood, decapitated by Captain America

1st appearance of the third Union Jack, Joseph Chapman

Union, The #1
1:50 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Union, The #1
 
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Variant cover art by Mike McKone

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