A new historical marker is honoring the life of New Iberia native and diplomacy and education trailblazer Ambassador Wilbert Le Melle.
The marker was unveiled Saturday at St. Edward Catholic Church during a celebration spearheaded by the Iberia African American Historical Society, or IAAHS, that focused on his lasting impact and service in the community and included reflections from his family.
Before his death at 71, Le Melle served as a distinguished diplomat, author and academic, advancing from his hometown to the global stage as a U.S. ambassador to Kenya and Seychelles…