Captain Atom is a nuclear-powered super-hero. Beginning his career in the military as a member of the U.S. Air Force, he was framed for a crime he did not commit; to avoid a death sentence, he was forced to undergo scientific experimentation. His powers stem from an ability to tap into the quantum field. He has also been a member of the Justice League, the Living Assault Weapons and the Sentinels of Justice.

Captain Atom was created for Charlton Comics by Joe Gill and Steve Ditko, first appearing in Space Adventures #33. (1960) Cary Bates, Greg Weisman and Pat Broderick reimagined him when Charlton was bought out by DC Comics, beginning in Captain Atom #1. (1987)

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