Colin Powell (1937-2021) ascended from a humble upbringing in New York City to rise through military ranks and eventually become a four star general, a national security adviser, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the first African American secretary of state. He became a national figure during the Persian Gulf War, developing the "Powell Doctrine," as chief military strategist.

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