Red Skull
Creation & Design
Red Skull was created during World War II as a symbol of the Nazi threat, embodying the fears and tensions of the time.Early Years
Initially introduced as Captain America's archenemy, Red Skull quickly became a prominent villain in the Marvel Universe, representing the evil of fascism.Character Development
Over the decades, Red Skull has evolved from a simple Nazi villain to a complex character with various incarnations and motivations, often reflecting the sociopolitical climate of the times.Cultural Reception
Red Skull has been received as one of the most iconic villains in comic book history, often cited as a representation of pure evil.Character Details
Real Name:
Johann Schmidt
Aliases:
Red Skull, Master of the Skull, The Führer
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Hydra, Axis Powers, Nazi Party
Abilities:
Genius-level intellect, Expert tactician, Skilled hand-to-hand combatant
Equipment:
Hydra technology, Various weapons
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
bald
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Captain America Comics #1
Marvel
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1941
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Vol. 1
1st appearance and origin of Captain America
[December 2025 - Chris Evans to return as Captain America in Avengers: Doomsday]
1st appearance of James Buchanan Barnes aka Bucky, later becomes the Winter Soldier
1st appearance of the Red Skull, George Maxon, an agent of the true Red Skull
1st appearance of Doctor Reinstein aka Doctor Erskine, the inventor of the Super Soldier serum
1st appearance of Hurricane, later becomes Makkari
1st appearance of Tuk the Cave Boy, first offspring of the Inhumans
Introduction of Project Rebirth, the Super Soldier Program that eventually expanded into Weapon Plus
💰 In April 2022, a 9.4 sold for $3,120,000 (San Francisco Pedigree)
1st appearance and origin of Captain America
[December 2025 - Chris Evans to return as Captain America in Avengers: Doomsday]
1st appearance of James Buchanan Barnes aka Bucky, later becomes the Winter Soldier
1st appearance of the Red Skull, George Maxon, an agent of the true Red Skull
1st appearance of Doctor Reinstein aka Doctor Erskine, the inventor of the Super Soldier serum
1st appearance of Hurricane, later becomes Makkari
1st appearance of Tuk the Cave Boy, first offspring of the Inhumans
Introduction of Project Rebirth, the Super Soldier Program that eventually expanded into Weapon Plus
💰 In April 2022, a 9.4 sold for $3,120,000 (San Francisco Pedigree)
Captain America Comics #3
Marvel
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1941
•
Vol. 1
First written work in the comic book industry by Stan Lee
Two-page text story with a couple of illustrations by Kirby
3rd appearance of Captain America
3rd appearance of Bucky Barnes
2nd appearance and 1st cover of the Red Skull, George Maxon
First written work in the comic book industry by Stan Lee
Two-page text story with a couple of illustrations by Kirby
3rd appearance of Captain America
3rd appearance of Bucky Barnes
2nd appearance and 1st cover of the Red Skull, George Maxon
Captain America Comics #7
Marvel
•
1941
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of the Red Skull, Johann Shmidt, the real Red Skull
Previous appearances of the Red Skull were George Maxon, an agent in the employ of Johann Shmidt
1st appearance of the Red Skull, Johann Shmidt, the real Red Skull
Previous appearances of the Red Skull were George Maxon, an agent in the employ of Johann Shmidt
Captain America Comics #16
Marvel
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1942
•
Vol. 1
2nd appearance of the Red Skull, Johann Shmidt
Red Skull impersonates Captain America
2nd appearance of the Red Skull, Johann Shmidt
Red Skull impersonates Captain America
Young Allies #4
Timely
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1942
•
Vol. 1
World War II cover featuring the Red Skull
All Select Comics #2
Timely
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1943
•
Vol. 1
3rd appearance of the Red Skull
Although the Red Skull made his third appearance in Young Allies #4, a later retcon made Young Allies a comic book that existed in the Marvel Universe
3rd appearance of the Red Skull
Although the Red Skull made his third appearance in Young Allies #4, a later retcon made Young Allies a comic book that existed in the Marvel Universe
Tales of Suspense #65
Marvel
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1965
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of the Red Skull in the Silver Age, George Maxon, the first Red Skull in a retelling of a story from Captain America Comics #1
As of Nov 2023 there are three copies graded 9.8 with the only recorded sale being the Pacific Coast pedigree copy in 2012 for $5,079
1st appearance of the Red Skull in the Silver Age, George Maxon, the first Red Skull in a retelling of a story from Captain America Comics #1
As of Nov 2023 there are three copies graded 9.8 with the only recorded sale being the Pacific Coast pedigree copy in 2012 for $5,079
Tales of Suspense #66
Marvel
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1965
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of Red Skull, Johann Schmidt, in the Silver Age
Origin of Red Skull
Debut of Iron Man's 'Model III,' equipped with what would become his classic Repulsor Rays
1st appearance of Red Skull, Johann Schmidt, in the Silver Age
Origin of Red Skull
Debut of Iron Man's 'Model III,' equipped with what would become his classic Repulsor Rays
Amazing Spider-Man Annual #5
Marvel
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1968
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of Richard Parker and Mary Parker, the parents of Peter Parker
This issue reveals that the Red Skull orchestrated the deaths of Peter Parker's parents in a plane crash
1st appearance of Richard Parker and Mary Parker, the parents of Peter Parker
This issue reveals that the Red Skull orchestrated the deaths of Peter Parker's parents in a plane crash
Captain America #115
Marvel
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1969
•
Vol. 1
Iconic cover art by Marie Severin
Final Captain America issue with a $0.12 cover price
Iconic cover art by Marie Severin
Final Captain America issue with a $0.12 cover price
Invaders #5
Marvel
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1976
•
Vol. 1
Origin of the Liberty Legion
Captain America #290
Marvel
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1984
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of Mother Superior, the daughter of Red Skull, later becomes Sin and then Red Skull
1st cameo appearance of Black Crow, in crow form
1st appearance of Mother Superior, the daughter of Red Skull, later becomes Sin and then Red Skull
1st cameo appearance of Black Crow, in crow form
Reprint of Captain America #16 (1999)
Cover art from Captain America #14 (1999)
Packaged with the 2003 Marvel Legends Red Skull action figure
Reprint of Captain America #16 (1999)
Cover art from Captain America #14 (1999)
Packaged with the 2003 Marvel Legends Red Skull action figure
Vengeance #5
Marvel
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2012
•
Vol. 1
Non-Key
Cover art by Gabriele Dell'Otto featuring Red Skull
Uncanny Avengers #1
Marvel
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2012
•
Vol. 1
1st team appearance of the Avengers Unity Squad: Havok, Captain America, Thor
1st team appearance of the S-Men: Red Skull clone (1st), The Goat-Faced Girl (1st), Honest John (1st), Dancing Water (1st), The Insect (1st), Mzee (1st), Living Wind (1st)
1st team appearance of the Avengers Unity Squad: Havok, Captain America, Thor
1st team appearance of the S-Men: Red Skull clone (1st), The Goat-Faced Girl (1st), Honest John (1st), Dancing Water (1st), The Insect (1st), Mzee (1st), Living Wind (1st)
Uncanny Avengers #4
Marvel
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2013
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Vol. 1
Red Skull becomes Red Onslaught, a clone of the Red Skull merged with Onslaught, in one-panel
Red Skull becomes Red Onslaught, a clone of the Red Skull merged with Onslaught, in one-panel
Avengers / X-Men Axis #1
Marvel
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2014
•
Vol. 1
1st full appearance of Red Onslaught
Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
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