Thunder

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His real name is Matthew Harris Breckinridge, and his rank is that of sergeant E-5. Thunder was born in Louisville, Kentucky.

Thunder was originally the driver for the "Slugger", a self-propelled gun, and his primary military specialty is artillery. His secondary military specialty is bandsman (drummer). Thunder has a fondness for loud noises; he grew up next to a foundry, and has a passion for heavy metal music, peanut brittle, and even cars with bad mufflers.[1]

Sunbow
He first appeared in the Sunbow G.I. Joe cartoon in the 'Revenge of Cobra' mini-series.[7] According to the cartoon writer's guide, Thunder was intended to develop a romantic relationship with Cover Girl.[citation needed]

In the episode "Battle for the Train of Gold", Thunder's friendship with a Kentucky horse farmer is essential to the plot.[8]

In the episode "Captives Of Cobra Part 1" Thunder has to deal with his brainwashed parents and sister trying to kill him. This is part of a plot that involves the relatives of Joe Team members being brainwashed.[9]