Captain America #354 - CGC 5.0 - Marvel Comics 1989

The official debut of U.S. Agent – ​​A shield passage in Marvel history

Published in June 1989 , Captain America #354 was a watershed issue for the Marvel Universe, marking the first official appearance of John Walker as U.S. Agent , the Captain's controversial replacement. Reflecting the ideological conflicts of late-'80s America, the issue features a character destined to leave his mark on the Marvel Universe—and recently revived thanks to the Disney+ series The Falcon and the Winter Soldier .

The end of a cycle, the beginning of a new hero

Written by Mark Gruenwald , the chief architect of the Captain America world in the '80s and '90s, with art by Kieron Dwyer (John Byrne's nephew) and inks by Al Milgrom , this issue represents the definitive transition between Steve Rogers and his successor, John Walker . After taking on the mantle of "The Captain," Steve reprises his original role, while Walker—with a new uniform and identity—takes on the name U.S. Agent .

A fundamental issue for those who love Marvel's more political and mature storylines, where patriotism is explored even in its darker aspects.

Comic Details:

• Original title: Captain America #354
• Publication date: June 1989
• Publisher: Marvel Comics
• Story: Mark Gruenwald
• Art: Kieron Dwyer & Al Milgrom
• Cover: Kieron Dwyer & Al Milgrom
• First official appearance: U.S. Agent (John Walker)
• CGC Certification: 5.0 (Very Good/Fine)
• Case: CGC hard, sealed and numbered