General colin powell biography timeline

April 5, Birth of Colin Luther Powell

Colin Luther Powell was born to Luther Powell and Maud Ariel McKoy Powell on April 5, in Harlem, New York.

Colin powell fun facts

His parents were Jamaican immigrants. June Basic Training

After participating in ROTC during college, Powell entered basic training at Ft. Benning, Georgia in June, He was commissioned as a second lieutenant. August 25, Married Alma Vivien Johnson

On August 25, , Colin Powell married Alma Vivien Johnson Powell.

The two remain married today, and are parents to one son and two daughters. Two Tours of Duty in Vietnam(s)

During the s, Powell served two tours of duty in Vietnam. He was twice wounded during his service and received honors for his actions. May MBA from George Washington University

Still serving an active duty role, Powell earned an MBA from George Washington University. December Promoted to Brigadier General

In December , Powell continued his military success with a p