Marvel Comics introduced the original Captain Marvel, Mar-Vell, created by Stan Lee and Gene Colan, marking the character's debut in comics.
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Carol Danvers takes on the mantle of Captain Marvel, becoming a significant and iconic superhero in the Marvel universe.
Marvel Studios announced that Captain Marvel would be the first female-led solo film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, starring Brie Larson.
The release of the Captain Marvel film starring Brie Larson, marking a major milestone in the character's presence in popular culture and the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Mar-Vell, a Kree warrior, enters the Kree military academy, beginning his path as a soldier and defender of the Kree Empire.
Mar-Vell is sent to Earth as an undercover agent to monitor potential threats to the Kree Empire and study humanity.
Mar-Vell adopts the identity of Dr. Walter Lawson on Earth to blend in with humanity.
Mar-Vell battles rival Kree warrior Yon-Rogg, affirming his loyalty to protect Earth rather than the Kree Empire alone.
Mar-Vell gains enhanced powers after exposure to the Psyche-Magnitron, significantly increasing his abilities.
Mar-Vell combats the shape-shifting Super-Skrull sent to destroy Earth.
Mar-Vell joins the Avengers, Earth’s premier superhero team, protecting Earth from various cosmic threats.
Mar-Vell confronts the powerful villain Thanos in defense of Earth and the universe.
While on Earth, Mar-Vell is diagnosed with cancer, a disease unknown to the Kree.
Mar-Vell dies fighting to protect the universe, inspiring others to take up the mantle of Captain Marvel.
Carol Danvers inherits Mar-Vell’s powers and mantle, becoming the new Captain Marvel, a protector of Earth and the galaxy.
