Powell's parents were of mixed African and Scottish heritage, but I distinctly remember Republican right-wingers parading around and proudly declaring him the first Black Secretary of State.
Powell has successfully applied to the court of Lord Lyon King of Arms, the heraldic authority for Scotland, for a coat of arms that celebrates his military and political career, a court spokeswoman said Wednesday.
The arms feature a lion, traditionally associated with the Powell surname, an eagle, two crossed swords to mark his military career, and four stars, which refer to his status as a four-star general, under a motto that reads, “Devoted to public service.”
Colin Powell celebrates his Scottish roots
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell is celebrating his Scottish roots by commissioning a heraldic coat of arms.Powell has successfully applied to the court of Lord Lyon King of Arms, the heraldic authority for Scotland, for a coat of arms that celebrates his military and political career, a court spokeswoman said Wednesday.
The arms feature a lion, traditionally associated with the Powell surname, an eagle, two crossed swords to mark his military career, and four stars, which refer to his status as a four-star general, under a motto that reads, “Devoted to public service.”
Colin Powell celebrates his Scottish roots
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell is celebrating his Scottish roots by commissioning a heraldic coat of arms.
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