parent nodes: Avengers | Hero List | Road to Infinity 10 | Sam Wilson | Where Every Hero is At
Samuel Thomas "Sam" Wilson is a former United States Air Force pararescue airman who wielded an experimental military wingsuit, operating under the callsign Falcon. After his wing-man Riley was killed in action, Wilson decided to leave active duty, instead choosing to help other veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder. At this time, Wilson met Steve Rogers and was drawn to his conflict with HYDRA, as Rogers needed help from anyone not associated with S.H.I.E.L.D. since they had been infiltrated by HYDRA.