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Alma powell, wife of colin powell, the us secretary of state, stopped her husband running for president by threatening to leave him if he ran for the white house, according to a new book. Most americans got their first vivid impressions of general powell in this role, at his televised press briefings during the gulf war. As a military strategist, powell advocated an approach to military conflicts that maximizes the potential for success and minimizes casualties. Colin powell author of my american journey goodreads. Powell and his wife to let the general, secretary of defense, and secretary of state run for the president of these united states. Department of state to the command and general staff college scholars choice edition author. Colin powell is definitely one of my favorite generals and americans of all time. If youre looking for colin powell quotes then these are the very best from the iconic military leader. Colin powell, in full colin luther powell, born april 5, 1937, new york, new york, u. He was a soldier for 35 years and has held many command and staff positions. In life and leadership, and my american journey, and more on.
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