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Standards, Discipline, And Integrity: Steele Family Values – Michael’s Perspective

Michael Steele

Description

Michael Steele and his brother Gary both entered West Point in the summer of 1965 with the Class of 1969. Their father was a Buffalo Soldier. Michael graduated in ’69 and served in Vietnam as an Infantry Officer. He resigned his commission in 1973 and entered the business world.

Video Details Interviewer:Rick Black
Conflicts:
  • Vietnam War
Topics:
  • African American Military Experience
  • Army Athletics
  • Leadership
  • West Point History
Class Year:
  • 1969
Biographical Details Name:Michael Steele
Branch:Infantry
Institution:USMA
Graduation Year:1969
Service Start:1969
Service End:1073
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