For the first time in its 246-year history, the United States Marine Corps has confirmed a Black four-star general.
Lt. Gen. Michael E. Langley was confirmed by the U.S. Senate this week, according to a statement from the Corps.
“At his promoted rank, Langley will serve as the commander of U.S. Africa Command in Stuttgart, Germany, and will command all U.S. military forces in Africa,” the statement notes.
In his role, Langley will assist African countries in combating climate change, population growth and political instability, according to The Washington Post. He will also help the countries build up their forces and monitor Russian and Chinese activities. Click here for more information.
