Sam Wilson's Captain America: 10 Things Fans Need To Know

Steve Rogers is no more. It's time for more Sam Wilson in the MCU.

Sam Wilson Captain America
Marvel Comics

Captain America is gone; long live Captain America. The moment will stand out in many fans minds. The torch, or in this case shield, is being passed down. Sam Wilson is the new holder of that iconic title. That change is what fans were waiting for a while to come to fruition.

Well, it’s here. That character that only occasionally shows up in films and never got a standalone movie in the first three phases is the new leader. The lack of leading man content has some viewers confused. Some people aren’t sure what to think of Sam Wilson becoming Captain America. Don’t worry, this article will quiet the doubters.

Sam Wilson was first introduced to comic book fans in 1969. Since then, audiences have been able to trust in him to support Steve Rogers and aide him in defeating iconic bad guys.

There’s a lot of content there to pull from for this character. Some of it is fun trivia, but other parts of his story allude to potential future plot points. Taking on the shield means taking on all the drama that comes with it. As Sam Wilson flies into a new phase of MCU films, let’s dive into some essential character factoids fans need to know.

10. He’s From Harlem

Sam Wilson Captain America
Marvel Comics

Alicia Keys once said that New York is a concrete jungle where dreams are made of; apparently, the idea she is referring to is becoming a superhero. Seriously, tons of powered up good guys get their start on the streets of this famous city. The whole exchange between Steve Rogers and Peter Parker during the airport scene exemplifies this concept. Everyone and their mother starts out there.

Well, Queens and Brooklyn got some representation, but now it’s time for the burrow of Harlem to make an appearance. Yes, Sam Wilson is from Harlem in the comics.

The connection makes a lot of sense. He joined the Air Force and became a paratrooper after he loses both his parents. Some dots are being connected there, and none of these things are explicit in the films. However, expect his backstory to make a come up real soon. His home is a pivotal part of what makes him the hero he is, so this will come up before you know it.

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