Colin Powell
Born in 1937
General Colin Luther Powell was a prominent American politician and military leader.
Born to Jamaican immigrants, he rose through the Army ranks to become a four-star general.
Powell served as National Security Advisor and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff before becoming the first African American Secretary of State under President George W. Bush.
His career spanned key moments in U.S. history, including the Gulf War and post-9/11 era.
Powell was widely respected for his leadership and integrity, though his role in justifying the Iraq War remains controversial.
He authored multiple books on leadership and his experiences in public service.
