S.H.I.E.L.D.
Fictional intelligence agency in the Marvel Comics Universe / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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S.H.I.E.L.D. is a fictional espionage, special law enforcement, and counter-terrorism government agency appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics.[1] Created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, this agency first appeared in Strange Tales #135 (August 1965), and often deals with paranormal activity and superhuman threats to international security.
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Publisher | Marvel Comics |
First appearance | Strange Tales #135 (August 1965) |
Created by | Stan Lee (writer) Jack Kirby (artist) |
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Type of organization | Intelligence agency Special law enforcement |
Base(s) | The Helicarrier Triskelion |
Roster | |
See: List of S.H.I.E.L.D. members |
The acronym originally stood for Supreme Headquarters, International Espionage and Law-Enforcement Division.[2] It was changed in 1991 to Strategic Hazard Intervention Espionage Logistics Directorate. Within the various films set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, as well as multiple animated and live-action television series, the backronym stands for Strategic Homeland Intervention, Enforcement and Logistics Division.[3]
The organization has heavily appeared in media adaptations as well as films and shows that take place in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.