George H. W. BushTrue or False: Before George H. W. Bush became the 41st U.S. president, he worked as a spy. False! George wasnt a spy, but he did serve as head of the Central Intelligence Agency. That group finds out about activities in other countries. Sometimes it uses spies. As director, George gained knowledge that helped him when he became president. |
Contents
Introduction | 5 |
From Boy to Pilot | 6 |
Oil and Politics | 14 |
A Loyal Vice President | 23 |
President Bush | 30 |
Desert Storm | 37 |
Timeline | 44 |
Still Serving | 45 |
Further ReadingWebsites | 46 |
Select Bibliography | 47 |
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Back Cover | 50 |
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