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Deeply traumatized and fueled by a cold, quiet rage, Captain America tracks the National Force to their ultimate stronghold. The mystery of the Grand Director reaches a boiling point as Cap realizes the villain is using a specialized chemical "Madness Gas" to keep his followers in a state of mindless zealotry. The issue is notable for its darker tone, as a grieving Steve Rogers stops holding back, dismantling the National Force’s foot soldiers with a level of aggression rarely seen in the Bronze Age. The story concludes with the shocking reveal of the Grand Director’s true identity: he is the Captain America of the 1950s, William Burnside. Identity of the Grand Director Revealed: The return of the "1950s Captain America" (William Burnside), a character who represents the dark, extremist distortion of the American Dream. 1st Appearance of the 1950s Bucky (Jack Monroe) as the Grand Director's aide: Sets the stage for Jack Monroe’s eventual redemption as Nomad. Sharon Carter Mourning: Continues the heavy emotional arc of Steve Rogers dealing with the loss of his partner.