Patriotic Parallels

 

Consider today’s post a spin-off entry to the Spider-Symmetry series, because I’m looking at the visual parallels between other MC2 comics and their parent Marvel titles. I’m calling this particular one Patriotic Parallels because this entry is about Captain America and American Dream.

 

The first comic we need to look at for today is 1965’s Avengers (vol. 1) #16, specifically the iconic cover of the issue which depicts Captain America posed in front of a wall plastered with images of various potential new members. The issue itself is notable for introducing Captain America’s new line-up of the Avengers team, comprised of former criminals Quicksilver, the Scarlet Witch and Hawkeye. This story is where the idea of the ever-changing roster of the Avengers truly begins.

 

Now let’s look at the MC2’s homage on the cover of A-Next #4 which features American Dream posed in front of a wall plastered with images of various existing and potential Avengers recruits. Of course, the issue properly introduced Shannon Carter aka American Dream and her Dream Team as new members of the Avengers: Freebooter, Bluestreak and Crimson Curse.

 

The MC2 has always demonstrated a high level of respect and appreciation for it’s comic book forebearers and this is just one more example.

 

Until I find a nice wall to pause in front of dramatically, I remain

 

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