Lord Brian Falsworth
Brian Falsworth was a British nobleman who, following in his father's footsteps, took up the patriotic mantle of Union Jack to fight for the Allied cause during World War II, lending his combat skills, marksmanship, and daring to the superhero team known as the Invaders.
Stepping out of the fog of wartime Britain and into Marvel's Bronze Age, Lord Brian Falsworth made his debut in The Invaders #25 in 1978, brought to life by the legendary Roy Thomas and Frank Robbins during one of comics' richest eras for historical adventure storytelling. His appearances place him squarely in elite company — sharing pages with Captain America, the Human Torch, Union Jack, and the other titans who defined Marvel's World War II mythology. With a presence that has persisted across nearly five decades of Marvel continuity, turning up in titles as varied as Namor, the Sub-Mariner and Avengers / X-Men: Utopia, Falsworth is one of those quietly essential figures whose longevity speaks volumes. Collectors with a sharp eye will note that one of his appearances carries key-issue status — reason enough to dig into the back-issue bins and discover this distinguished corner of the Marvel universe.
Real name. Brian Falsworth
Powers. Skilled Combatant: Union Jack was a skilled armed combatant.; Weapons Proficiency: Union Jack possessed considerable experience in the use of conventional firearms and knives.; Piloting: Union Jack was a skilled pilot.; Horse Riding: Union Jack was a superb horse rider.
Affiliations. Formerly: ; Invaders ; V-Battalion

Part of the Union Jack legacy
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