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Colin Powell (1937–2021) was an American statesman and retired four-star general in the United States Army. He served as the 65th U.S. Secretary of State from 2001 to 2005 under President George W. Bush, becoming the first African American to hold the position. Powell also served as National Security Advisor and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, playing key roles in U.S. military and foreign policy decisions, including the Gulf War. He was widely respected for his leadership, diplomacy, and commitment to public service, leaving a lasting legacy in American politics and military history.
