About Colin Powell
Colin Powell (1937-2021) was an influential American statesman and retired four-star general in the United States Army. He served as National Security Advisor under President Ronald Reagan, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff during the Gulf War, and as Secretary of State under President George W. Bush, where he played a key role in shaping U.S. foreign policy, particularly in the lead-up to the Iraq War. Powell's distinguished military career and public service established him as a prominent figure in American politics and diplomacy.
