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Colin Powell | Biography

First African American Secretary of State

Colin Powell was a distinguished General and the first African American Secretary of State, renowned for his military and political career.


Who is Colin Powell?

Colin Luther Powell was a distinguished United States statesman and a retired four-star general in the U.S.

Army, who made history as the first African American Secretary of State, serving from 2001 to 2005 under President George W. Bush. Born on April 5, 1937, in Harlem, New York, to Jamaican immigrant parents, Powell faced the challenges of growing up in the South Bronx.

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  • His military journey began after he joined the Reserve Officers' Training Corps while studying geology at City College of New York. This pivotal decision charted his course towards a remarkable career in the armed forces and public service.

    Throughout his military career, Powell earned numerous accolades, including the Purple Heart and the Soldier's Medal, due to his bravery