Hawkeye (Clint Barton)

Hawkeye is a superhero published by Marvel Comics. Created by Stan Lee and Don Heck, Hawkeye first appeared in Tales of Suspense #57 (Sept. 1964). Originally appearing as a villain to Iron Man, Hawkeye would later reform and join the Avengers. Clint Barton used his talents in archery to become a carnival attraction, joining several travel circuses. After witnessing Iron Man in action, Clint was inspired to become a superhero as well. Hawkeye was accused of theft and believed to be a criminal due to a misunderstanding, however, and went on the run. He met a Soviet agent named the Black Widow and was instantly smitten by her beauty. Blinded by love, Hawkeye heloed her to steal technology developed by Tony Stark. Black Widow was seriously injured during the battle, however. Hawkeye rescued her and fled the battle to save her life. But before Hawkeye could take her to a hospital, Black Widow disappeared. Although Hawkeye loved Black Widow, he does not wish to a criminal, and thus chose to reform, joining the Avengers after he saved their butler Jarvis' life. He went on to be a prominent member on the team. forming the West Coast Avengers, and married (and divorced) fellow West Coast Avengers member Mockingbird (Bobby Morse).