Who Is U.S.Agent? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

U.S.Agent is a Marvel comic book character, the alter ego of John Walker, with over 993 comic issue appearances. John Walker had his strength enhanced in hopes of being a hero for his country like his fallen brother. After a tenure upholding the mantle of Captain America, Walker re-established himself as U.S.Agent where he went on to have extensive service as a member of, and even leader to, the Avengers.

Who is U.S.Agent?

Origin John Walker was born in Custer's Grove , Georgia , to parents Caleb and Emily Walker. He had an older brother, Michael, and a sister, Kate. Growing up, John idolized his older brother who had since died in the Vietnam war. The moment John turned of age he enlisted in the army, against his mother's silent wishes, hoping to prove himself as a "hero" like his brother. While in the army, Walker befriended Lemar Hoskins , as well as Hector Lennox and Jerome Johnson . The quartet served their time together and when they went back to the real world, John felt he still hadn't proven himself as a hero. Not long after, the group were approached by a representative of the Power Broker who offered them enhanced strength and power. They agreed to his strength augmentation process and soon after were ready to enlist in the Unlimited Class Wrestling Federation like many of the Power Broker's successful subjects.

Key facts

U.S.Agent is of human origin and first appeared in "Super-Patriot is Here". The character is published by Marvel. With 993 recorded issue appearances, U.S.Agent ranks among the most featured characters in comics.