Was the original Captain Marvel a black woman?

Was the original Captain Marvel a black woman?

Created by writer Roger Stern and artists John Romita Jr. in 1982, the second Captain Marvel — and Marvel's first African-American female superhero — was Monica Rambeau. ... As you can see, Monica adopts a completely dope black and white costume that is easily one of Marvel's most iconic 1980s visuals.

Why did Monica Rambeau get powers?

In the comics, Monica was granted superhuman powers after she was exposed to an interdimensional energy field.

What did Maria Rambeau do before she became Captain Marvel?

• Before the mission, Rambeau helped Danvers to choose the colors of her outfit which she would later on use as Captain Marvel. After Danvers returned to space, Maria founded S.W.O.R.D. on Earth. Rambeau eventually followed in her mother's footsteps by joining S.W.O.R.D. in her adult life.

How did Monica Rambeau become a member of the Avengers?

• Rambeau sought out the Avengers for help in mastering her new powers and became a member-in-training, soon aiding them against Egghead. Befriended and mentored by Avengers veterans Captain America and the Wasp, Captain Marvel soon graduated to full membership after the battle against Plantman. She became their first African-American heroine.

Who is Monica Rambeau's mother in Marvel Comics?

• Many years after Carol Danvers accompanied the Skrulls on their search for a new homeworld, Rambeau continued her life on Earth, while her mother, Maria Rambeau, founded S.W.O.R.D.. Rambeau grew up to become a S.W.O.R.D. agent, working directly under her mother.

Who was Monica Rambeau in Captain America and the wasp?

• Befriended and mentored by Avengers veterans Captain America and the Wasp, Monica soon graduated to full membership, serving a lengthy stint during which she became one of the team's most valuable and respected members.