The Story of Two American Generals: Benjamin O. Davis, Jr. Colin L. Powell (Famous lives)

Applegate profiles two men who made a difference in the battle for the rights of blacks in the military. Davis was the first African American to attend West Point & led the first black fighter pilot squadron in American history. Powell was the first African American to become chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, America's highest-ranking military officer. Students will enjoy noting differences & similarities between these two admirable men. Chronology, list of further readings, & index. Part of the Famous Lives series.Katherine Applegate is the author of 'The Story of Two American Generals: Benjamin O. Davis, Jr. Colin L. Powell (Famous lives)' with ISBN 9780836813807 and ISBN 0836813804.