Who knew that an aimless and directionless kid from the South Bronx would grow up to be one of the most trusted and respected military and political leaders of the modern world? Colin Powell's legacy includes being awarded the Bronze Star, two Purple Hearts, the President's Citizens Medal, Distinguished Service Medals as the Secretary of State and the Secretary of Energy, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. This is his story. This is the tale of Colin Powell. The biography comic format allows TidalWave writers to delve into the history of newsworthy figures and explore what shaped them. Several media outlets, including CNN, FOX News, "The Today Show" and Time and People magazines, have featured the company's line of biographical comic books.