Jack Ryan & John Clark

Created by Tom Clancy in 1984, Jack Ryan is the protagonist of more than 15 novels written by Tom Clancy, but has also appeared in films written by others for the screen. The character is written as a Marine, CIA analyst, stockbroker and politician. Based in part on aspects of Clancy’s own life, including education, military service , even the character’s wife, Cathy Ryan, has the same education and occupation as Clancy’s wife.