Union Jack #1

Union Jack #1, published by Marvel Comics in November 2006, serves as the inaugural issue of the character's first self-titled miniseries. While the character of Union Jack—originally James Montgomery Falsworth—dates back to The Invaders in the 1970s, this specific series focuses on Joey Chapman, the third individual to take up the mantle. The project was created to revitalize the character for a modern audience, positioning him as a grounded, espionage-focused operative within the larger Marvel Universe.

The series was written by Christos Gage and illustrated by Mike Perkins, who leaned into a gritty, atmospheric aesthetic suitable for a British-set spy thriller. The narrative sought to modernize the legacy of the Union Jack name by balancing traditional superhero tropes with the tactical tone of contemporary political intrigue. It was generally well-received for its tight plotting and Perkins' detailed, moody artwork, which helped differentiate it from the more colorful, bombastic titles of the era.