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Benjamin O. Davis, Jr., American: An Autobiography
Set against the backdrop of twentieth-century America, against the social fabric of segregation and the broad canvas of foreign war,
Benjamin O. Davis, Jr.: American
tells a compelling story of personal achievement against formidable odds. Born into an era when potential was measured according to race, Davis was determined to be judged by his character and deeds—to succeed
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Hardcover
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442 pages
Published
December 31st 1991
by Smithsonian Books (DC)
(first published December 17th 1991)
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Davis had so many people working to see him fail, but he persevered, and worked hard instead of fighting back. He is a model leader to develop personal relationships to get past hurdles in achieving organizational goals. I had this book signed by him when I started Air Force ROTC in 1991, and I'm so glad I kept it and finally took time to read it.
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