A true story told by the person who lived it, Peter J. Gravett.
A product of the early 1940’s segregated Jim Crow South, Peter Gravett’s life story unfolds starting at age eight, growing up in a public housing project following his family’s migration to California during World War Two.
As one of 12 children, 11 surviving, Peter was born into an industrious and religious-centered home where traditional values were taught and education was encouraged. The book tracks Peter from his preteen years through high school and his first tour of duty in the U.S. Army by way of the Army National Guard. We follow Peter through four illustrious careers, including achieving the rank of Police Watch Commander for the Los Angeles Police Department and Major General of the United States Army.
This fascinating tale tracks his march from the East Garrison part of Camp Roberts, which housed Colored soldiers and German and Italian POWs during World War II, to his residence in the Ranch House, which was used exclusively only by high-ranking officers. He became the first Black officer to do so.
This fully illustrated and documented book follows his service in a high government civilian position, appointed by the Assistant Secretary of Defense, a Governor’s Cabinet, and as a successful international businessman. The book includes photos and details of his numerous awards and decorations, meetings with royalty and heads of state, honors awarded by several countries, and meetings with celebrities and served veterans.
A detailed closing segment acknowledges the success of his four-career life to his family, whom he credits with the inspiration and encouragement for his success.
