Colin Powell

Full Name: Colin Luther Powell
Profession: General and US Secretary of State

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Biography: Colin Powell was a United States Army general who went on to become the first African American Secretary of State. He held this office under President George W. Bush from 2001 to 2005. Powell was known for his moderate stance on foreign policy, his emphasis on the diplomatic model he dubbed "Powell Doctrine," and his compelling personal story.

Powell's military career spanned 35 years during which he achieved the rank of Four-Star General. He served in Vietnam and was later appointed as the National Security Advisor under President Ronald Reagan. Notably, Powell was also the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff during the Gulf War under President George H.W. Bush, where he became a national figure.

Powell’s tenure as Secretary of State was defined by the U.S. foreign policy in the aftermath of the September 11 attacks and the ensuing wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. His controversial presentation to the United Nations, citing evidence of Iraq's weapons of mass destruction program, was a key element in the run-up to the Iraq War. The evidence he presented was later found to be incorrect.

Born: April 5, 1937
Birthplace: New York City, New York, USA

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Aries

Died: October 18, 2021 (aged 84)
Cause of Death: Complications from COVID-19