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Colin luther powell is an american politician and retired fourstar general in the united states. I am intrigued by great leaders and the stories that make up their lives. My american journey first edition signed colin powell. Colin powell, one of americas most admired public figures, reveals the principles that have shaped his life and career in this inspiring and engrossing memoir. Washington in his new book, former secretary of state colin powell provides what may be the most authoritative confirmation yet that there was never a considered debate in the george w. Powell was born in harlem, and grew up in south bronx. Army forces command 1989 and as chairman of the joint chiefs of staff 19891993, holding the latter position during the persian.
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