The Secret Empire

"The Secret Empire" is a storyline from Marvel Comics that primarily involves Captain America. The most notable arc is "Secret Empire," which was a crossover event published in 2017, written by Nick Spencer. In this storyline, it is revealed that Captain America has been secretly a Hydra agent since the 1940s due to the influence of a cosmic cube, which altered his past and memories. This unexpected twist generated a lot of controversy among fans and sparked discussions about the implications of Captain America, a long-time symbol of American ideals, being associated with Hydra, a Nazi organization. The storyline explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the nature of heroism, as well as the impact of propaganda and manipulation. The event ultimately led to significant conflict within the Marvel Universe, pitting heroes against one another as they grappled with the implications of Captain America's betrayal. If you're interested in themed discussions, character developments, or further details about the plot and its resolutions, let me know!