Book excerpt: Eighty years ago, as the free world was threatened by fascism, a Super Hero was created to boost morale, offering a symbol of hope. Created by master storytellers Joe Simon and Jack Kirby, Captain America wore the colors of the bold red, white, and blue of the American flag. This deluxe volume explores Captain America's adventures decade by decade as he is reinvented in the 1960s by Kirby himself and Stan Lee to become a modern symbol of justice. With vintage art from the Marvel vaults and profiles of the creators behind the icon, this special tribute presents a unique guide to one of Marvel's most enduring heroes.