The emblem of the United States Military Academy features an eagle atop a shield with a helmet, red and white stripes, and a sword—symbols once honored by Brigadier General and West Point graduate Colonel Charles Young. Banners read “Duty, Honor, Country.”.

The Under Secretary of the Army, the Honorable Gabe Camarillo hosted the Posthumous Promotion of Colonel Charles Young to Brigadier General on April 29th.

The official ceremony was attended by:

Ms. Renotta Young, Great Niece

Rhavie Kelly, Great-Great Niece

Mr. Lawrence Young, Great Nephew

Mr. Brain Shellum, Author of five COL Charles Young Books

Mr. Robert Stewart, Superintendent, Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument

Dr. David Marion – Fraternity Grand Basileus

Will Jemison – Fraternity Chief of Staff

John Howard – Fraternity Executive Director

James Witherspoon – Fraternity International Photographer

Terrance Course – Fraternity Special Assistant

LTG Kip Ward – Retired General Officer and Senior Fraternity Member

 

Watch the Ceremony via Youtube Below