Most secretly important for continuity, at the end of issue #3 Cap reveals his identity is Steve Rogers to the world on t.v. The politics of the story, and the WWII propoganda nature of the book covers, has led to a lot of discussion, no more thought-provoking than this article. The story may jump a little too quickly to another terrorist attack on the Smallville-esque rural setting of Centerville, but maybe the intent was to see Cap save the day this time.

John Cassaday’s art is rightfully hailed as incredible. As you’d expect, it’s still beyond horrific, but there’s an optimism in Captain America’s call for strength that resonates even today. The first half of issue #1 gives us Steve Rogers, Captain America, in the immediate aftermath of the World Trade Center bombings. Like so much of American culture and society, the world needed a new Captain America after the events of 9/11. First some words of inspiration:Ĭaptain America Trade & Issue Reading Order Captain America in the 2000’s – Before The Winter SoldierĬaptain America: The New Deal (#1 – #6) Captain America (Photo credit: Wikipedia) This is a difficult task, but some large, stunning man needs to do it (I’ll find one, don’t worry). Support CBH on Patreon for exclusive rewards, or Donate here! Thank you for reading!ģ) It’s VERY difficult to avoid spoilers in the Captain America story.

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