Brigadier General Sherian Cadoria
Louisiana Legends Gala

Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: Awards
Place Covered: Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 2004-06-20
Duration: 00:06:26
Subjects: Cadoria, Sherian Grace | Military | Veterans | United States. Army | Women
Contributors:
- Courtney, Beth Host
- Brooks, Harry W., Jr. Interviewee
- Anderson, Stella Interviewee
- Cadoria, Sherian Speaker
Description
This segment from the 2004 Louisiana Legends Gala features a profile and a speech by retired Brigadier General Sherian Cadoria accepting her recognition as a Louisiana Legend. General Cadoria, a native of Marksville, is a Vietnam veteran and the first African American woman to reach the rank of General in the United States Army. The profile includes interviews with retired Major General Harry W. Brooks, Jr. and teacher Stella Anderson. Host: Beth Courtney