George Herbert Walker Bush was born on June 12, 1924, in Milton, Massachusetts. He attended Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts, and later enlisted in the U.S. Navy during World War II. After the war, he attended Yale University, where he graduated with a degree in economics.
Bush started his career in the oil industry in Texas before entering politics. He served as a congressman, ambassador to the United Nations, chairman of the Republican National Committee, and director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). In 1980, he was elected vice president under Ronald Reagan and served two terms.
In 1988, Bush was elected as the 41st president of the United States. During his presidency, he led the country through the end of the Cold War and the first Gulf War. He also signed the Americans with Disabilities Act into law.
After leaving office in 1993, Bush retired to private life in Texas. He remained active in charitable work and in supporting his sons' political careers, including his son George W. Bush, who later became the 43rd president of the United States.
George H.W. Bush passed away on November 30, 2018, at the age of 94. He was remembered for his dedication to public service, his humility, and his commitment to family.
