From Youth To The Oval Office: A Look At 24 U.S. Presidents And Their Early Years

George H.W. Bush

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Unlike his son, George H.W. Bush was not a native Texan. Born on June 12, 1924, in Milton, Massachusetts, he embarked on a remarkable journey that would eventually lead him to the presidency. After graduating from Phillips Academy, Bush became the youngest pilot in the Navy during World War II at just 18 years old. Following his service, he attended Yale University and later moved to Texas, where he found success in the oil and petroleum industry. His political career soon flourished, culminating in his role as Ronald Reagan’s vice president from 1981 to 1989. In 1989, Bush took the oath of office as President, marking the pinnacle of his public service.