Who was the first black general in the united states air force?
The first black general in the United States Air Force was General Daniel “Chappie” James, Jr. He served in World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. James was promoted to four star general in September 1975. He was the first black four star general in any US military branch. General James died in February 1978, just days after retiring.Source:Arlington National Cemetery: Daniel “Chappie” James, Jr.