George Bush Quotes
A collection of quotes by George Bush.
George Bush is a former American politician who served as the 41st President of the United States. He was born on June 12, 1924, in Milton, Massachusetts. Bush hailed from a politically active family and had a strong sense of duty. He enlisted in the Navy during World War II, where he became one of the youngest naval aviators and flew combat missions in the Pacific.
After the war, Bush attended Yale University and then launched a successful business career in the oil industry. He ventured into politics in the 1960s, holding various positions including U.S. Representative for Texas, Director of the Central Intelligence Agency, and Vice President under President Ronald Reagan.
In 1988, George Bush became the Republican Party's nominee for President and won the general election, succeeding Reagan. During his presidency (1989-1993), Bush steered the nation through significant events such as the fall of the Berlin Wall, the dissolution of the Soviet Union, and the Persian Gulf War, which aimed to liberate Kuwait from Iraqi occupation.
After leaving office, Bush remained active in public life, supporting charitable causes, advocating for volunteerism, and collaborating with other former presidents on humanitarian efforts. He passed away on November 30, 2018, in Houston, Texas, leaving behind a legacy of dedicated service and commitment to his country.