About
America's first African-American four-star general. He fought in both the Korean War and the Vietnam War, earning two Silver Stars, a Bronze Star, eleven Air Medals, and the Distinguished Flying Cross.
Before Fame
He began his military service by fighting with segregated units during the Korean War.
Trivia
He served for two years with the elite Eighty-Second Airborne Division. Later, he became the division's first African-American commander.
Family Life
He was married to Mildred E. Sims.
Associated With
He and female pilot Ann Dunwoody both promoted equality within the U.S. Army.
