The Marines are set to have the first Black 4-star general in their 246-year history
More than 35 years since his career in the U.S. Marine Corps began, Lt. Gen. Michael Langley will reach one of the highest ranks of the military.
On Aug. 1, the U.S. Senate confirmed Langley to become the first Black four-star general in the Marines' 246-year history. He will lead all U.S. military forces in Africa as chief of U.S. Africa Command.
A native of Shreveport, La., and the son of a former, noncommissioned officer in the Air Force, Langley has commanded at every level. His posts included Afghanistan during the war and various posts in Asia and Europe.
He assumed command of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa last year, "after his predecessor was removed amid allegations of using a racial slur for African Americans in front of troops," according to Stars and Stripes.
He also holds multiple advanced degrees, including masters in National Security Strategic Studies from the U.S. Naval War College and Strategic Studies from the U.S. Army War College.
As of last year, Langley was one of only six Black generals in the Marines, Stars and Stripes reported.
https://www.npr.org/2022/07/20/1112558286/marines-first-black-four-star-general
My spousal unit is a Marine brat. Hooah!
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fold it five ways and sit on it. He does look like he'll live up to his upbringing. 
it's about fucking time.
Oorah!!!
Semper Fi Gen. Michael Langley.
When he was Major Langley. He is a good officer.
Congratulations General