General Powell Retirement Ceremony
President Bill Clinton and Defense Secretary Les Aspin spoke at a full military ceremony celebrating the long, distinguished career of… read more
President Bill Clinton and Defense Secretary Les Aspin spoke at a full military ceremony celebrating the long, distinguished career of retiring Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Colin Powell. President Clinton presented the general with his second Medal of Freedom for service to the U.S. General Powell addressed the assembled, thanking his family and other leaders for their encouragement over his 35 years in the military. close
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