Get The Scoop On The Passing Of Charles B. Rangel The Trailblazing Harlem Congressman and Civil Rights Champion

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Charles B. Rangel
Trailblazing Harlem Congressman and
Civil Rights Champion, Dies at 94

Early Life and Military Service

Born on June 11, 1930, in Harlem, New York, Rangel faced early hardships, including his father's abandonment and economic challenges. He left high school at 17 and enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving with distinction during the Korean War. Rangel was awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart for his bravery, notably leading fellow soldiers to safety during the Battle of Kunu-ri. Korean War Legacy

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His legislative achievements include the "Rangel Amendment," which targeted U.S. companies benefiting from apartheid-era South Africa, and efforts to normalize trade relations with countries like China and Cuba. Reuters