George Bush facts for kids
There have been two different presidents of the United States who were both named George Bush. They were a father and his son.
- George H. W. Bush was president from 1989 to 1993.
- George Walker Bush was president from 2001 to 2009.
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Understanding the Bush Presidents
It can be a bit confusing to have two presidents with the same name! This article will help you learn about each of them.
George H. W. Bush: The Father
George Herbert Walker Bush, often called George H. W. Bush, was the 41st President of the United States. He was born in 1924 and passed away in 2018. Before becoming president, he had a long career in public service.
Early Life and Career
George H. W. Bush served as a brave pilot in World War II. After the war, he went to college and then started a successful oil business. He later became involved in politics.
Roles Before Presidency
Before becoming president, he held many important jobs. He was a Congressman, the Ambassador to the United Nations, and even the head of the CIA. He also served as Vice President for eight years under President Ronald Reagan.
His Time as President
As president, George H. W. Bush led the country during a time of big changes around the world. The Cold War ended during his presidency, and the Berlin Wall came down. He was president for one term, from 1989 to 1993.
George W. Bush: The Son
George Walker Bush, often called George W. Bush, is the son of George H. W. Bush. He was the 43rd President of the United States. He was born in 1946.
Before the White House
Before becoming president, George W. Bush was the Governor of Texas. This job prepared him for leading a whole state.
His Presidency
George W. Bush served two terms as president, from 2001 to 2009. His time in office included major events, like the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. He then focused on national security and fighting terrorism.
Family Legacy
The Bush family is well-known in American politics. George H. W. Bush and George W. Bush are one of only two father-son pairs to both become presidents of the United States. The other pair was John Adams and John Quincy Adams.
