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Who Is Colonel Rivers? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Colonel Rivers (Cyclone Comics): Colonel Ralph Rivers was the Australian golden age hero known as the Crimson Comet. The winged warrior later became the advisor and overseer of the Au

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Colonel Rivers is a Cyclone Comics comic book character, the alter ego of Ralph Rivers, with over 26 comic issue appearances. Colonel Ralph Rivers was the Australian golden age hero known as the Crimson Comet. The winged warrior later became the advisor and overseer of the Australian government super hero unit, the Southern Squadron.

Who is Colonel Rivers?

History When Ralph Rivers was a young man, his mother was murdered by a thief as he attempted to break into the family mansion. After the death of his mother, Ralph`s father, a surgeon, developed a set of wings and grafted them onto his back. Ralph grew up with a normal life and became a private investigator who secretly fought crime as, the Crimson Comet . Powers/Abilities Flight Detective Skills Skilled in hand-to-hand combat.

Key facts

Colonel Rivers is of human origin and first appeared in "Crimson Comet". The character is published by Cyclone Comics. With 26 recorded issue appearances, Colonel Rivers ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Colonel Rivers?

Colonel Ralph Rivers was the Australian golden age hero known as the Crimson Comet. The winged warrior later became the advisor and overseer of the Australian government super hero unit, the Southern Squadron.

What is Colonel Rivers's real name?

Colonel Rivers's real identity is Ralph Rivers.

When did Colonel Rivers first appear?

Colonel Rivers first appeared in "Crimson Comet".

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