Accepts nomination at Republican convention. “Read my lips: no new taxes.” Election Day. George Bush defeats Michael Dukakis winning 79% of the electoral vote and 53% of the popular vote. …

Jan 26, 2025 · Although his presidency was marked by both achievements and challenges, Bush’s legacy endures as one of steady leadership, international coalition-building, and a deep-seated belief …

When the Iraqi leader sent 140,000 troops storming toward-and quickly taking-the Kuwaiti capital, President George H.W. Bush responded. The United States quickly intervened for a number of reasons.

Explore the significant events and milestones in the life and career of George H. W. Bush, the 41st President of the United States. Discover his early life, military service, political career, presidency, …

The following articles cover the timeline of Bush's presidency, and the time leading up to it:

Mar 28, 1990 · Gulf War: U.S. President George H. W. Bush announces that " Kuwait is liberated". A 'joint understanding' agreement on arms reduction is signed by U.S. President George H. W. Bush …

Attended Economic Summit Meeting of the Heads of State and Government of Canada, France, the Federal Republic of Germany, Italy, Japan, and the United Kingdom. Also attended ceremonies for …

President Bush and Mikhail Gorbachev meet in Moscow to sign a nuclear arms reduction treaty calling for significant reductions in the number of nuclear warheads in both nations' arsenals.

Dec 1, 2018 · 2001 — Attends the inauguration of his son, George W. Bush, as the 43rd president of the United States. It is the first time, since John and John Quincy Adams almost 200 years earlier,...

George H. W. Bush was America's 41st president. He is one of only two presidents whose son were elected to the presidency as well. He is the oldest living president.