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Captain America #113

May 1969 · Marvel · 0.12 USD
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“The Strange Death of Captain America”

In "The Strange Death of Captain America," Steve Rogers' apparent demise sends shockwaves through the superhero world—news reports confirm his death, and even his identity is revealed as a deception. As the Avengers, Nick Fury, and SHIELD mourn, a mysterious gas attack ties them to Hydra's resurgence, leading to a dramatic confrontation at a cemetery where Captain America reappears on a motorcycle, alive and ready for battle. Written by Stan Lee and Jim Steranko, with art and inks by Steranko, this landmark issue features a striking cover by Steranko and delivers a twist that redefines the hero’s secrecy—without revealing how it all unfolds.

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writer, artist, letterer Steranko
writer Lee
inker Palmer
inker, colorist Jim Steranko
letterer Artie Simek
cover pencils, inks Jim Steranko

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The news reports Cap's death and explains that "Steve Rogers" was a fake identity while Madame Hydra has Cap's HYDRA file burned. A flashback reveals how she replaced Baron Strucker as head of the organization. The Avengers, Nick Fury, Sharon Carter and several SHIELD agents hold a wake but are suddenly gassed by HYDRA. Rick follows to the cemetery and is almost caught, but Cap unexpectedly appears on a motorcycle, very much alive! A battle follows, ending when a set of missiles miss their target and kill Madame Hydra. Cap reveals he faked his death in order to retain his secret identity.

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