Paul A. Smith
Paul A. Smith is a decorated officer in the Royal Canadian Navy, known for making history as the first Black officer to command a Royal Canadian warship. Born in Lionel Town, Clarendon, Jamaica, he has dedicated his career to serving his community and inspiring youth through mentorship, often reflecting on the challenges he faced as a person of color in a predominantly white institution.
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Jamaica:
Paul A. Smith became the first black officer to lead a Royal Canadian warship and shared his journey at a gala celebrating Jamaica’s Independence.
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Jamaica:
Paul A. Smith became the first black officer to lead a Royal Canadian warship.
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Jamaica:
When Paul A. Smith, Commanding officer of His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) York became the first black officer to lead a Royal Canadian warship.
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