above: Covers from the comics Superman, Avengers (Captain America), Wonder Woman. Note the bald eagle and the American Shield ensign. Note the name “Avenger”. Avenge means “To inflict a punishment or penalty in return for.”. And note the star-spangled uniform of Wonder Woman.
The Greeks has Greek Mythology , the Chinese has Chinese mythology , the USA has superheros.
The Greek myths are filled with materialistic and egotistic human foibles, the Chinese myths of bottled ethics and etiquettes, the American consists of technology, consumerism, righteousness, and the good versus evil. The preoccupation of righteousness of the Americans is instilled since young.
Superman (b1938), the unique and ultimate symbol of American invincibility and righteousness. According to Superman's story line, he is a orphan from outer space. Nevertheless, his looks and mannerism are all-American — blue eyes, burly, headstrong, and full of justice.
above: covers of ~2003 Superman comics. Note the serious deadpan. He says, you don't want to mess with him. The cover is prominently titled “MYTHOLOGY”. Also note the caption “A Celebration of the World's Favorite Comic Book Heros.” The WORLD's favorite? It is questionable if half of the world's population ever heard of them, less favorite. To Americans, the words WORLD and USA are effectively equivalent.
above: ~2003 comic covers of Superman and his cohorts. The JLA stands for Justice League America, in which Superman is the leader. Note how they are all WASP. Last image: Superman the movie (1978); signed photo by star Christopher Reeve↗ (1952-2004) . Note the flag backdrop.
above: Superman flying with a USA flag, from the movie Superman (series). Quote from the movie: “I'm here to fight for truth, justice, and the American way.”.
For more info about Superman, see wikipedia: Superman↗
above: A professionally done poster, showing a savage-looking guy holding a bloody knife, with his face and upper torso painted in American flag. The caption reads “AM I RIGHTEOUS NOW”. Apparently, this is a popular sentiment for many people around the world. (image from a anonymous contributor, 200504.)
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