Steve's Suicidal Impulses

There are those who believe that Steve needlessly and deliberately crashed the plane in Captain America: The First Avenger because he could not bear to live in a world where Bucky was dead.

[by andbarnes]

However, Steve may not be consciously aware of the suicidal impulses often inherent in his dangerously reckless exploits . . . .

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Those around Steve, however, can often see his death wish loud and clear.

[by idsayitsnotrocketsciencebutitis]

In the Avengers: Endgame trailer, it seems that Steve, in his grief and despair, is once again contemplating not living in a world without Bucky, if his plan does not succeed.

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If that's not a cry for help, I don't know what is. Look at those eyes!

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