My American Journey is a 1995 autobiography co-authored by Colin Powell, the retired four-star general and former U.S. Secretary of State, and biographer Joseph E. Persico. The book chronicles Powell's life from his childhood in the Bronx as the son of Jamaican immigrants, through his military service in Vietnam, his roles in the Nixon and Reagan administrations, and up to his tenure as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff under Presidents George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton. It details his military and early political career, emphasizing themes of leadership, resilience, and the American Dream, while offering insights into Powell's decision-making during key events like the Gulf War. The memoir became a national bestseller, topping the New York Times list, and is significant for humanizing a prominent public figure and providing a firsthand account of U.S. military and political history in the late 20th century.