african american generals

A biography of the first African-American to be appointed Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the highest military position in the United States.

An account of the life and military career of the African-American general.

An easy-to-read biography of General Colin Powell who, in 2001, became the first African-American to be appointed Secretary of State.

Presents a brief overview of the life of the first African American Secretary of State.

Examines the life and career of General Colin L. Powell, the first black chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Surveys the life and military accomplishments of Colin Powell, as well as his struggles with racial prejudice.

Born in New York City in 1937, Colin Powell served in Vietnam and eventually became the top-ranking officer in the United States military, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Presents a profile of Colin Powell, the first African-American to be named chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and the first African-American secretary of state, discussing his childhood and education, his military and political careers, and aspects of his personal life.

Examines the life and achievements of Colin Powell, the first African-American chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, discussing his military career, and his service to four presidents, including his appointment as Secretary of State by George W. Bush.

Powell recounts his experiences from his beginnings as a son of immigrants, living in the Bronx, to his military and political career as a four-star general, National Security Advisor, and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.