It’s been 50 years since Charles Foster made history as the first African American graduate of The Citadel, and his legacy is continues to show.

In this video, some of Foster’s classmates reflect on the man behind the “first” 50 years after Charles Foster’s graduation.

Feb. 14, on Summerall Field, the South Carolina Corps of Cadets will march in honor of Charles Foster, The Citadel’s first African American cadet graduate.