Overview

Colin Powell epitomizes the American success story, yet his heroism is uncommon and unique. Born in New York City to Jamaican-immigrant parents, Powell entered a recently desegregated army, rising to become its highest-ranking member. He is a Republican at a time when a vast majority of African Americans consider themselves Democrats. He is one of the most famous Americans alive, yet has spent much of his professional life in behind-the-scenes positions. Beginning with his humble origins, this biography traces Powell's experiences from childhood, moving from his early days in the military through his climb to the highest echelons of power in Washington D.C. A timeline clarifies the key events in Powell's life and career, and a bibliography covers print and electronic sources for further research. This concise biography is ideal for students and general readers interested in the story behind one of America's most important and respected citizens, and the struggles an African American must face and overcome to succeed in contemporary America.

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Author:   Richard Steins
Publisher:   Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Imprint:   Greenwood Press
Dimensions:   Width: 15.60cm , Height: 1.60cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   0.369kg
ISBN:  

9780313322662

ISBN 10:   031332266
Pages:   152
Publication Date:   30 October 2003
Recommended Age:   From 7 to 17 years
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

"CONTENTSCONTENTSCONTENTSSeries Foreword ixIntroduction xiTimeline xiiiChapter 1 Student, Soldier, Peacemaker: Moments in a Life 1Chapter 2 From Jamaica to the Bronx: Roots of an American Family 7Chapter 3 ""The Care of Our Men"": An Army Education 15Chapter 4 Vietnam: The Politics of Last Resort 23Chapter 5 The Young Commander: Moving Up in the Army and Government 35Chapter 6 An Unconventional Career: The Inner Circles of Government 47Chapter 7 National Security Council: Adviser to the President 61Chapter 8 The Highest Command: Leading the Military in Peace and War 71Chapter 9 Desert Storm: The War to Free Kuwait 81Chapter 10 After the Storm: Final Years in the Military 95Chapter 11: Citizen Powell: Politics and the Private World 105Chapter 12: Secretary of State: Pursuing Peace in a Violent World 113Bibliography 127Index 129Photo essay follows chapter 7"

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RICHARD STEINS is an editor and author. He has written numerous books and articles on a wide array of subjects.

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