Captain America

Q: What is his shield made of?

In the movies (MCU), it is made of pure **Vibranium**, a rare metal from Wakanda that absorbs kinetic energy. In the comics, it is a unique proto-adamantium alloy (Vibranium + Steel + unknown catalyst).

Q: How did he survive being frozen?

Steve crashed the **Valkyrie** bomber into the Arctic ice in 1945. The **Super Soldier Serum** in his blood prevented his body's fluids from crystallizing, placing him in a state of suspended animation until he was discovered by S.H.I.E.L.D. nearly 70 years later.

Q: Who is the new Captain America?

After Steve Rogers retired (in *Avengers: Endgame*), he passed the shield to **Sam Wilson** (The Falcon). Sam officially took up the mantle in the series *The Falcon and the Winter Soldier*.

Q: Who is Bucky?

James Buchanan "**Bucky**" Barnes was Steve's childhood best friend. Thought dead in WWII, he was captured by HYDRA, brainwashed, and given a cybernetic arm to become the assassin known as the **Winter Soldier**. He eventually regained his memories and joined the Avengers.

Q: Can Captain America lift Thor's hammer?

Yes! In *Avengers: Endgame*, Steve Rogers proved he was **worthy** to wield **Mjolnir**, using it to fight Thanos. In the comics, he has also lifted it on several occasions.

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Marvel's First Avenger, a super-soldier who fought in World War II and continues to defend freedom and justice in the modern era.

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IP Overview & Key Facts

IP Key Facts

Essential information and quick stats.

Full Name

Captain America

Format

superhero

Release Year

1941

Current Status

Active

Country of Origin

United States

Creator

Joe Simon, Jack Kirby

Publisher

Marvel Comics

Original Work

comic books

Genre

superhero, action, war

Story, World & Core Themes

Explore the narrative, setting, and ideas that shape Captain America.

Story

High-level synopsis and narrative focus.

Marvel's First Avenger, a super-soldier who fought in World War II and continues to defend freedom and justice in the modern era.

World

Setting, cultures, and distinctive elements.

The story spans from the World War II era (1940s) to the Modern Day. It often features military bases (like Camp Lehigh), government hubs (Washington D.C.), and iconic Marvel locations like Avengers Tower and the Triskelion (S.H.I.E.L.D. HQ).

Captain America is the ultimate symbol of American ideals (Liberty, Justice). Key elements include the Super Soldier Serum (which enhances human potential), the indestructible Vibranium Shield, and the organization S.H.I.E.L.D. vs. the terrorist group HYDRA.

Themes

Core ideas and recurring motifs.

Patriotism, Freedom, Leadership, Sacrifice

Cultural Impact Timeline

High-level milestones showing Captain America's global influence.

Evolution

Became a central figure in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Origin

Debuted in Captain America Comics #1 in 1941.

Revenue

$2.2 Billion+ (Solo Films)

Key Characters

Meet representative characters from Captain America.

Steve Rogers

“I can do this all day.”

The original Super Soldier who fights for freedom and justice with his indestructible shield.View Profile

Bucky Barnes

Steve's childhood friend who was brainwashed into the Winter Soldier before seeking redemption.

Peggy Carter

A brilliant British agent and Steve's first love who helped found S.H.I.E.L.D.

Red Skull

“I have seen the future, Captain! There are no flags!”

The ruthless leader of HYDRA and Captain America's arch-nemesis.View Profile

Sam Wilson

“Don't look at me. I do what he does, just slower.”

A former pararescueman who uses mechanical wings as Falcon and eventually becomes Captain America.View Profile

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did Steve Rogers become Captain America?▼

Steve Rogers was a frail young man rejected from military service during WWII. He volunteered for Project Rebirth, where he was injected with Dr. Abraham Erskine's Super Soldier Serum and bombarded with Vita-Rays, transforming him into the pinnacle of human physical potential.

What is his shield made of?▼

In the movies (MCU), it is made of pure Vibranium, a rare metal from Wakanda that absorbs kinetic energy. In the comics, it is a unique proto-adamantium alloy (Vibranium + Steel + unknown catalyst).

How did he survive being frozen?▼

Steve crashed the Valkyrie bomber into the Arctic ice in 1945. The Super Soldier Serum in his blood prevented his body's fluids from crystallizing, placing him in a state of suspended animation until he was discovered by S.H.I.E.L.D. nearly 70 years later.

Who is the new Captain America?▼

After Steve Rogers retired (in Avengers: Endgame), he passed the shield to Sam Wilson (The Falcon). Sam officially took up the mantle in the series The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.

Who is Bucky?▼

James Buchanan "Bucky" Barnes was Steve's childhood best friend. Thought dead in WWII, he was captured by HYDRA, brainwashed, and given a cybernetic arm to become the assassin known as the Winter Soldier. He eventually regained his memories and joined the Avengers.

Can Captain America lift Thor's hammer?▼

Yes! In Avengers: Endgame, Steve Rogers proved he was worthy to wield Mjolnir, using it to fight Thanos. In the comics, he has also lifted it on several occasions.