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Meet Simone Askew, the West Point cadet making history
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6 жыл бұрынThe United States Military Academy at West Point is America's oldest service academy, but never in its history has it had someone like Simone Askew. At 21 years old, Askew is the first African-American woman selected to serve as first captain of the Corps of Cadets. She is the highest-ranking cadet at West Point, commanding a brigade of 4,400. Norah O'Donnell reports.
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@anamariadeb.8552 5 жыл бұрын
God Bless this young cadet. "My focus is to be the best First Captain". That says it all.
@cameronscott576 6 жыл бұрын
I just went to her graduation yesterday and watching her take charge is truly inspiring. Congrats to class of 2018
@hellowaves 5 жыл бұрын
The world needs more positive role models like this young lady.
@theodorebaker5483 3 жыл бұрын
THAT IS TRUE, HOWEVER SHE WAS NOT THE FIRST BLACK WOMAN. THE FIRST WAS LT.PEREZ WHO GOTTEN KILLED IN THE GOLF WAR BETWEEN 2005 OR 2006 AND SHE WAR ARMY.
@nicholasbenge9497 Жыл бұрын
@@theodorebaker5483 She was the first African American woman to be given the title of First Captain of the Corps of Cadets. First Captain is a firstie who serves as the leader of all Cadets in the academy, and is the highest "ranking" cadet on the grounds. She is the leader of the class and leads by her example.
@genegarren833 5 жыл бұрын
As an Airborne Ranger, Jumpmaster, Pathfinder Sergeant E-5 and later E-6 without a College degree, I taught there for 18 months 43 long years ago. Then I went on to Special Forces Training. This young lady is incredible.
@zoraidacastro5403 3 жыл бұрын
Nice!!!! Thank you for your service.
@b3tres 6 жыл бұрын
Big Wow!! She’s all that... and a Rhodes Scholar on top of that? 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
@paullisanti8673 5 жыл бұрын
I'm not a Fan of Af Am people in general. I believe the "Dem Party" paralyzed them. But, give credit where credit is due. God bless her. She'll be a good soldier. Patriot. White. Black. Male or Female. Who cares? She's all Red, White and Blue
@katdeluxy9608 4 жыл бұрын
Paul Li Santi you sound stupid
@kingsik5875 3 жыл бұрын
@@paullisanti8673 STFU!
@rushsoriano4767 6 жыл бұрын
Amazing woman! I love Simone! We need more honorable women like her all over the world. I’m so touched.
@nunyabiznez6381 5 жыл бұрын
I hope I live long enough to see stars on her shoulders.
@MrGoodnplenty1957 6 жыл бұрын
congratulation from a air force veteran. i also noticed at 2:32 in the picture is someone i flew with way back when she was a Captain and a pilot. The lady on the far left is USAF Lt. General Stayce Harris.
@rogermclaughlin5510 4 жыл бұрын
Randy Johnson thanks for your service
@paulsuprono7225 3 жыл бұрын
Come on Randy - 'an Air Force veteran' ! 😬 🇺🇸
@bigfrank1010 5 жыл бұрын
America is proud of you can't wait to hear when you get ur first star 🇺🇸🙋
@dj4123 6 жыл бұрын
So proud of this young woman! A credit to everything she stands for.
@davekramer4266 5 жыл бұрын
I wish her nothing but the BEST.. I predict you will go far......
@Day1onDay1 2 жыл бұрын
Simone Askew for President! Now that's someone our country can be proud of! 💯
@MiN-ow9fr 4 жыл бұрын
A true leader is not afraid of their failures or limitations, instead learn to overcome failures and push their limits. She has huge potential.
@roberttaylor6565 5 жыл бұрын
SHE IS TOP OF THE LINE/ THE MILITARY IS LUCKY TO HAVE HER.
@zoraidacastro5403 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely!!! Proud of her
@thekingsdaughter6525 4 жыл бұрын
I'm so proud of this young lady. A big kudos to her mom and all the mentors in her life!💯💯👌👌👌
@dmyers724 5 жыл бұрын
It gives me hope for my country if you work hard enough and you want it you can accomplish anything God bless this young woman
@themaintenancedude 6 жыл бұрын
That young woman is going to accomplish so much for herself, and for our nation. Such an excellent attitude!
@pcbacklash_3261 6 жыл бұрын
Not only the Cadet First Captain but a freakin' Rhodes Scholar! I predict great things for this young woman. Go get 'em! :-D
@bingbong1626 5 жыл бұрын
Helps being a black female tbh
@bobbyrobby3600 5 жыл бұрын
She will never know what a real life is being in the military for 20 years. Women should not be in the military and that's Bible.
@JARyding 5 жыл бұрын
Where is that college professor who claims that our military are low IQ people?
@ArxosFX 4 жыл бұрын
@@bobbyrobby3600 Shut up, boomer.
@averyvess7606 4 жыл бұрын
bing bong did they add points to her test and curve her scores because she is black? did they add any pushups or decrease time from her run? did she make it through the academy bc of her race? if anything she had to deal with adversity and worked her very hardest to be the best cadet. this annoys me so much bc it totally dismisses her merit bc u assume that she needed to be a minority female for what she’s worked for.
@spreadeagled5654 4 жыл бұрын
A good leader is ONE who is trained, qualified, competent and dedicated regardless of race or gender. 🇺🇸👍
@katbrax8622 6 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on a JOB well done! Happy Belated Birthday! God Bless your beautiful mother for setting such a wonderful example.
@slobama 5 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately they did not interview her parents.
@downhilltwofour0082 4 жыл бұрын
People like this fine person is what keeps me thinking the human race has a chance to, not only survive but to grow and get closer to our true potential!
@gabrielchristian3981 4 жыл бұрын
Very proud of her. A great role model. God bless her!
@mattfrmdachi 5 жыл бұрын
If I get in the Academy, I want to implement these core values that Simone has. You go girl!!
@Neverforgethaiti 4 жыл бұрын
Simone is such an amazing and wonderful Cadets First Captain, Rhodes Scholar, role model etc... She will most definitely go very far in her life if she continues doing the great things that she is currently doing !!!! I am so very proud of what Simone has achieved/accomplished so far !!!! Keep on keepin' on !!!! 😊😊😊😊
@golf-rg6bw 5 жыл бұрын
What a classy intelligent young lady.Congrats to her and her family.
@ursulahoward196 6 жыл бұрын
Congratulations Simone and keep up the good work
@alialjanabi770 6 жыл бұрын
Ali KHamis Aljanabi
@eddiehizo3365 5 жыл бұрын
Congrats to you....coming from a Desert Storm veteran.
@rogermclaughlin5510 4 жыл бұрын
Eddie Hizo thanks for your service
@markaskew7163 6 жыл бұрын
So proud of her keep up the good work I'm retired from the Army with Leaders like her I know the Army will be in good hands, besides she has my Last Name, may God continue to bless her.
@ilovelamp7996 6 жыл бұрын
She is incredibly young to be a captain in my opinion, however, she was chosen for a reason and the military doesn't really mess around with identity politics so I assume she is fit for the role. On top of that, she seems like a very capable young soldier and obviously sees herself as a military person rather than "the first black woman to be a captain" that everyone wants to label her as.
@bernardwilson9519 5 жыл бұрын
I Love Lamp - she wasn’t a young captain in this story, in the system of Army ranks. She was “Cadet First Captain,” which is a cadet position at West Point - essentially the highest ranking cadet. The very second that she graduated, she dropped that position and took her place as a 2nd Lt in the U. S. Army.
@davidkeith3323 5 жыл бұрын
She’s a cadet Captain
@minkymott 4 жыл бұрын
You are a fool if you think the Military doesn't play identiy politics.
@waynefletcher9884 4 жыл бұрын
She EARNED her position as First Captian of Cadets! They don’t just pick em!
@minkymott 4 жыл бұрын
@@waynefletcher9884 She "earned it" because she's a woman. I'm telling you there were several men who were more qualified.
@shirleysavage7725 5 жыл бұрын
Wow! Selfless personality. Praying for the best journey for Simone
@wcatholic1 5 жыл бұрын
When you get yer bars, remember to listen to yer NCOs and ya won't go wrong.
@morganbangs2969 4 жыл бұрын
wcatholic1 umm your
@NoniJen 4 жыл бұрын
Huh? NCO’s still have to salute to her butterbar.
@morganbangs2969 4 жыл бұрын
Jen Lib88 yes but NCOs train Officers after OCS and ROTC and all that. They teach them how to do everything for their MOSs
@NoniJen 4 жыл бұрын
Morgan Bangs True- more like a marriage helping each other. One is responsible for the legal order and one enforces the order.
@morganbangs2969 4 жыл бұрын
Jen Lib88 exactly
@stevenkelly9731 5 жыл бұрын
Good job..Congradulations...Cadet Flipper( 1st African American West Point cadet1877) has been avenged!
@waynefletcher9884 4 жыл бұрын
steven kelly wrong, there was already a black First Captain of the Corps of Cadet.... Lt General Vincent Brooks who’s currently the Supreme Commander of Pacific Forces
@mattka5354 6 жыл бұрын
Respect! U.S. President in the making or first female to lead the Joint Chiefs of Staff. An inspiration to ALL women regardless of race.
@TPTGopher 5 жыл бұрын
And an inspiration to all Americans regardless of race/gender/religion/politics
@bobbyrobby3600 5 жыл бұрын
This is sickening and Trump wants many women to be promoted to Generals. It's all against the Bible. Only men should be in the military. But then Trump is not very biblical, his spiritual leader is a woman Pastor which is totally against the Bible. And Paula White is a false teacher anyhow.
@waynefletcher9884 4 жыл бұрын
Bobby Robby trump didn’t have a god damn thing to do with this lady’s achievement and appointment ... and of course you are a very insecure individual anyway !!
@waynefletcher9884 4 жыл бұрын
Matt A Trump didn’t appoint a woman as chairman of the JCS
@Fleshox19-uz3qt 4 жыл бұрын
@@waynefletcher9884 He didn't say that. US President or JCO, appointed was never mentioned. Just wanted to clarify.
@nlahunter 6 жыл бұрын
Wow! What an amazing young women and so inspiring!
@joselplascencia7795 5 жыл бұрын
AND THAT GENTS AND GALS, IS WHAT AMERICA IS ALL ABOUT! GOD BLESS HER AND GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!!
@africanlipplateandbonenose3223 5 жыл бұрын
Wrong. America is about merit. Not about the color of your skin.
@rickmorgan3930 6 жыл бұрын
Can only wish her the best.... hope she becomes head of the joint chiefs some day.
@GuamPhotographer 6 жыл бұрын
I don't know know her at all, but I've got goose bumps watching this and I'm proud of her! Congrats and I wish you all the best!
@slobama 5 жыл бұрын
It would have been nice if they'd had interviewed her proud parents.
@vrjanice2 5 жыл бұрын
@Ltrainsns Ns She is black because her father is black. Was that a joke?
@andrewvaden8600 4 жыл бұрын
Ltrainsns Ns WTF😡
@mormonslayer71 6 жыл бұрын
I can only imagine how proud Simone's perents are of her.
@docbar4885 6 жыл бұрын
GODISGOOD71 "parents" this girl has one parent and it's her white mom. As per usual the black sperm donor is non existent
@janetpartyka5968 Жыл бұрын
I just saw this. Simone is everything you would want a daughter to be, a good person with values, outstanding leadership skills, intelligent, kind and the list goes on. The army is very fortunate to have her. This interview will do nothing but encourage girls to be like Simone. A very belated Congratulations!! :). :)
@Thurgoodlucas 5 жыл бұрын
Ayeee we went to the same school but she graduated before me. Congrats boo!
@peachgang5094 6 жыл бұрын
I’m enlisting in the marines
@natashavernon9828 4 жыл бұрын
All the best !!
@jeanp.5929 4 жыл бұрын
I'm guessing you're at your first duty station now?
@rogermclaughlin5510 4 жыл бұрын
Peach Gang thanks for your service
@motorcop505 4 жыл бұрын
She is a sharp, intelligent, talented, pretty leader. A true role model. I wish her all the best! (From a former USAR Infantry captain..)
@Neverforgethaiti 4 жыл бұрын
This wonderful Cadets First Captain & Rhodes scholar young woman will go very far in her life !!!! I am so proud of what Simone has achieved/accomplished so far !!!! Keep on keepin' on !!!!
@marcelngobeh511 6 жыл бұрын
Great job soldier! I'm proud of you...
@terrencemilton5088 5 жыл бұрын
Good for her. Good for the people at west point. I know its hard to get in. I worked with a coworker who was trying to get in.
@pramendranehwal2140 5 жыл бұрын
Reminded me my training days in the Indian Military Academy
@emilymedina2843 5 жыл бұрын
She is so inspiring! An i love her smile. Thank you to all the women and men who have serve, are serving and will serve.
@user-pv7nf3gu8u 6 жыл бұрын
So many hate comments. Unbelievable. She is a woman. She is black. Two major elements previously not given any worth in the US until recently* (still subjective) Calm down, and either applaud this young woman's success or go away.
@mikenone1854 6 жыл бұрын
0 5 not now either
@mikenone1854 6 жыл бұрын
0 5 still isnt
@streetleveltech 6 жыл бұрын
No, the haters and bigots will whinge and moan and make up every possible reason to minimize her and her achievement because that's what haters and bigots do.
@josephsimmons11 6 жыл бұрын
0 5 Perfectly stated!
@josephsimmons11 6 жыл бұрын
Mike Miller No one is any better than or any less than anyone else on earth!
@PIAMUSA 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome....congratulations....
@russv4753 4 жыл бұрын
Simone Askew, Ma'am if you happen to see this comment. Thank you for everything you have done and continue to do. It would be an honor to meet you.
@mandiworld Жыл бұрын
That young lady makes us proud!
@CorettaJG 6 жыл бұрын
Go Simone!
@samuelwilliams8099 3 жыл бұрын
Making sure you make others feel comfortable is really the key to success.!
@mdscamarilloca2914 6 жыл бұрын
I really wanted to watch this, but there were no closed captions.
@susanhouser3676 5 жыл бұрын
So mature for only 21. I wish her great success. 🇺🇸♥️
@piper0428 4 жыл бұрын
She has the making of a great leader for our nation and the entire world!
@lighthouse3879 3 жыл бұрын
She's going far, you can tell that. Good for her.
@Rains215 4 жыл бұрын
Man I still remember her as a Plebe, they grow up so fast!😭
@sandrachavez2447 4 жыл бұрын
What a great leader, what a great person!....A role model to everyone🙏
@fizzywarrior8725 3 жыл бұрын
America, be proud of your own people serving great America
@JGT_rblx 3 жыл бұрын
I like how she worries about the team and not just herself. She is going to be a great leader.
@kolinmartz 6 жыл бұрын
Why don’t we do as she leads? Why don’t we focus on her merits and not her race and gender? Didn’t someone with a dream said something like that once?
@terryjp3050 5 жыл бұрын
your nieve. It was MLK that said Judge me not by the color of my skin but the content within. The opposite is true today, simple.
@mehitabel1290 4 жыл бұрын
I hate tokenism. But this is not tokenism. This is sheer talent, strength and determination.
@directorytaliwag4100 Жыл бұрын
These youngsters are exceptional.
@jeremiahdavis1724 4 жыл бұрын
Wow!! Congratulations to you! The army needs great leaders not defined by their race or gender but just great leaders and she clearly will be one!!
@madcat4937 5 жыл бұрын
her mom and her dad must be great people
@bajamedic 4 жыл бұрын
So incredible! Thank you Mam for your service to this country.
@jesselbenolirao5661 6 жыл бұрын
On breaking barriers and selfless services
@zoraidacastro5403 3 жыл бұрын
She is only 21. I hope to see her future endeavors.
@DHo-fg2hp 3 жыл бұрын
She already acts like a general! Won’t be surprised when she’s promoted.
@LMays-cu2hp Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing.
@terenfro1975 5 жыл бұрын
And if she was male, CBS wouldn't be showing you this. This is a top rank cadet of the academy. Top rank cadets are selected as First Captain. Its a tough spot to achieve and a tougher one to be in. The respect falls in line that this cadet has merit. That's all that needs to be said.
@KellyBezz 5 жыл бұрын
Wow. Thank you for your service to this great country. Same selfless service ideas as Jesus! There is no stopping this young lady. God Bless her. She is a true leader - love her not focusing on her race because no one sees that just a truly great leader.
@josephsimmons11 6 жыл бұрын
Hopefully she will be President one day! All the best Simone!
@Reub3 6 жыл бұрын
even if she belonged to a political party that you may not like?
@andrewcota8906 6 жыл бұрын
Joseph Simmons that'd be lit
@Heart2HeartBooks 6 жыл бұрын
Yes another Half black half white Pres is what we need!
@josephsimmons11 6 жыл бұрын
Heart2HeartBooks What does her racial makeup have to do with anything?
@josephsimmons11 6 жыл бұрын
Reub3 And what political party are you assuming that is, by the way?
@VIKING33NY 4 жыл бұрын
What a great Example to not only Women, but to Americans!!! Well done!!
@yeaok6912 4 жыл бұрын
She’s seems very mature and very well spoken for her age. Only 21 years old Oorah
@seddievincentbascones5630 5 жыл бұрын
Sometimes past creates what will be in the hands of future. But somehow it really helps to endures uncertainty deemed and unlighted undertakings which every man's desires. Mabuhay Graduates...
@timfronimos459 6 жыл бұрын
As an American, I am so proud of you. Thank you for your service. God bless and keep you.
@lancefraijo8585 4 жыл бұрын
This is a good opportunity for all young youth here in America
@VaucluseVanguard 3 жыл бұрын
13% of the US population are African American. Half the population are women. So about 6.5% of the US population are African American women. Bearing in mind the social status, the educational achievements of African American women due to disadvantage. The fact that 4% of cadets at West Point are African American women is quite remarkable. So don't say "just 4% of Cadets are African American Women" say instead "4% of Cadetsat West Point are AFRICAN AMERICAN WOMEN!!!!" And they can be proud of their achievement.
@isaperon1 4 жыл бұрын
Role models like her are definitely what we need for our girls
@timfronimos459 6 жыл бұрын
ALS ALS you need to take a pill or grow up This wonderful woman is a great example of the America of today and hopeful a leader for America in the future.
@victorsturdivant4731 4 жыл бұрын
Happy birthday Simone!!!!
@geraldsummers8965 4 жыл бұрын
A very smart and intelligent young Lady.!!! Go for whatever you want in Life.!!!
@wardogs161 5 жыл бұрын
Outstanding!
@GoArmy87 6 жыл бұрын
Out freaking standing...carry on Cadet!
@swaggerguru 6 жыл бұрын
Simone, congratulations to all of your great accomplishments.
@Neverforgethaiti 4 жыл бұрын
I see ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ in Simone Askew's future if she continues doing the great things that she was doing or is currently doing !!!! 😊😊😊😊
@iron2468 5 жыл бұрын
What about her father?
@jvee2901 2 жыл бұрын
I'm proud of simone.... my bad, lt or capt askew. I grew up south of WP. As an AF vet. Tango yankee.
@connerclark3678 4 жыл бұрын
“We will watch yoah career with great interest.”
@lindaginger4918 6 жыл бұрын
GOOD MAYBE SHE CAN TEACH THESE YOUNG COLLEGE KIDS GOOD SENCE IN THIS WORLD
@FumblsTheSniper 6 жыл бұрын
Please eat a tide pod
@Fuzz32 4 жыл бұрын
She is the epitome of service. Simone for President!
@patriciawilliams5540 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for being the first female leader.
@darenchung 4 жыл бұрын
There is someone I could see becoming a good president someday. You go, Simone!
@USAIRFORCE621 5 жыл бұрын
Whether they be black, female or whatever label people give them all of these cadets have leadership potential and that potential is unmatched as long as they believe in themselves, and always stay loyal and true to the USA! Leadership is about making certain your subordinates have what it takes to fulfill their duties and always looking out for others before yourself, in nearly 15 yrs of leadership roles trust me I know from firsthand experience what makes a great leader and mentor!
@terrencemilton5088 5 жыл бұрын
Its gift to country for all the people who get in west point.
@phillato 4 жыл бұрын
congratulations to this beautiful woman
@Mathew5v9 4 жыл бұрын
Why is the air force representative not wearing the female officers cap?
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