Michael Langley confirmed as first Black four-star general in Marine Corps history

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Lt. Gen. Michael Langley is the nation's first Black four-star Marine general. Langley was widely expected to land the confirmation following a hearing by the Senate Armed Services Committee in late July. The Senate unanimously confirmed Langley and a series of other military leaders to new roles Monday evening.

4 months ago·Washington, United States

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The Independent

Senate confirms first Black four-star Marine general

‘He gets stuff done, and people tend to like working for him’, retired commandant says of first Black four-star general in 246-year history of branch

4 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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Associated Press News

A first: African American Marine promoted to 4-star general

WASHINGTON (AP) — The first African American four-star general in Marine Corps history, Gen. Michael E. Langley, credited his father with telling him to “aim high” and predicted that his promotion on Saturday would have an impact on younger people.

4 months ago·United States

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CNN

Lt. Gen. Michael Langley becomes Marines' first Black four-star general

US Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Michael Langley was promoted to the rank of general in a ceremony Saturday, becoming the first Black four-star general in the military branch's 246-year history.

4 months ago·Atlanta, United States

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New York Times

After 246 Years, Marine Corps Gives 4 Stars to a Black Officer

Gen. Michael E. Langley is the first Black person to attain the highest rank in the corps, whose most senior leadership had until now consisted entirely of white men.

4 months ago·New York, United States

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