Who Is John Watkins? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

John Watkins is a Marvel comic book character, with over 27 comic issue appearances. The Watkins family has a legacy of heroic service in the identity of Citizen V, dating back to the original Citizen V of WWII, John Watkins I.

Who is John Watkins?

Origin John Watkins was the first to assume the mantle of Citizen V. During a time when France was occupied by the Nazis, John was leader of the V-Battalion , a group of resistance fighters including Paulette Brazee (She-Wolf), and assisted the French resistance in the fight against the Germans. Eventually his actions led him to help Captain America stop Particle X from being released upon Europe by Baron Zemo . Creation John Watkins and Citizen V were created by Ben Thompson and first appeared in Daring Mystery Comics #8 (1942). Mayor Story Arcs Golden Age Citizen V's original character appeared during the Golden Age of Comics , when many characters currently popular made their debuts. Citizen V was more or less not as well known as his fellow heroes, but his actions and bravery contributed more than he is credited for. Like many other heroes during the time of his debut, Citizen V was incredibly patriotic, willing to lay his life on the line for others around him and for his country. His change came when World War II broke out.

Key facts

John Watkins is of human origin and first appeared in "V For Victory". The character is published by Marvel. With 27 recorded issue appearances, John Watkins ranks among the most featured characters in comics.