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How Marvel Helped Sell Us Forever Wars

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Iron Man: Military Might and Moral Dilemmas

This chapter examines the interplay between Marvel's Iron Man and U.S. military propaganda, revealing how Pentagon involvement shapes the narrative. It explores themes of trauma, heroism, and moral complexities in the context of military influence on popular culture. The discussion further uncovers the challenges filmmakers face in presenting military themes authentically while remaining aligned with military interests.

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