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Thunderbolt Ross

Thunderbolt Ross is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe, primarily known as a high-ranking military officer and later a government official. Originally Colonel, he is a key figure in anti-Hulk operations and often seeks to control or eliminate the Hulk. Ross's character evolves from a stern soldier to a complex figure with personal motives, and in some storylines, he becomes the villain known as the Red Hulk. His role highlights themes of authority, obsession, and the moral dilemmas surrounding power and control over dangerous beings like the Hulk.