President George H.W. Bush becomes the longest-serving US president

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Former President George HW Bush at an event in the East Room of the White House in 2013.

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Former President George H.W. Bush raises his arms in gratitude on Wednesday as he is greeted by his neighbors and fans in front of his temporary home in Tanglewood.

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George and Barbara Bush join George W. Bush and his wife, Laura, during a demonstration in downtown Houston in November 1994, when young Bush ran against and defeated Governor Ann Richards.

George and Barbara Bush join George W. Bush and his wife, Laura, during a rally in downtown Houston in November 1994, when young Bush ran to defeat current Governor Ann Richards.

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Former First Lady Barbara Bush and former President George Bush laugh at the speech of former President Jimmy Carter during the inauguration of the George Bush Presidential Library in College Station, Texas, on Thursday, November 6, 1997. less [19659014] Former First Lady Barbara Bush and former President George Bush laugh at the speech of former President Jimmy Carter during the inauguration of the George Bush Presidential Library in College Station, Texas, on Thursday … more

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President George W. Bush, on the left, receives a comforting pat on the arm of his father, former President George H.W. Bush, after speaking at a prayer service remembering the victims of the terrorist attacks on Tuesday, September 14, 2001. less

President George W. Bush, left, receives a comforting hand from his father's arm, the former president George HW Bush, after speaking at a prayer service remembering the victims of the terrorist attacks on Tuesday … more

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President George W. Bush talks to his father, former President Bush as he sits at his desk in the Oval Office in this archive photo for the first time on Opening Day, on January 20, 2001. In many senses, large and small, the presidency of George W. Bush has become a mirror image of his parents. less

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Former President George Bush and Chinese President Jiang Zemin share a smile during a dinner in Houston on Wednesday, October 23, 2002.

Former President George Bush and Chinese President Jiang Zemin share a smile during a dinner in Houston, Wednesday, October 23, 2002.

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Former President Bush, on the left, presents the winner trophy to Andy Roddick, on the right, after Roddick defeated Pete Sampras, back center, in the final of the US Clay Court Championship in Houston, Sunday 28 April, 2002. less [19659014] Former President Bush, left, presents the winning trophy to Andy Roddick, on the right, after Roddick defeated Pete Sampras, back center, in the final of the US Clay Court Championships in Houston , Sunday, April … more

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Florida Governor Jeb Bush and his father, former President George Bush, see the results of the election on Tuesday, November 5, 2002, in a hotel room in Miami while his mother, Barbara, sits nearby and his wife Columba observes them. [19659011] Florida Governor Jeb Bush and his father, former President George Bush, see the results of the election on Tuesday, November 5, 2002, in a hotel room in Miami while his mother, Barbara, sits nearby and his wife Columba observes.

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Former US President George HW Bush and his wife, Barbara Bush, sail in the back of a golf cart with their dog Millie at their home at Walker's Point on August 25, 2004 in Kennebunkport, Maine.

Former US President George HW Bush and his wife, Barbara Bush, sail in the back of a golf cart with their dog Millie at their home at Walker's Point on August 25, 2004 in Kennebunkport, Maine .

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President George H.W. and Barbara Bush along with Houston Mayor Bill White (behind Barbara Bush) and event co-chair Charles Foster (close-up on the left, back to the camera) were at the opening of a statue and square in honor of the ex president, 02/12/2004 at the Sesquicentennial Park. less

President George H.W. and Barbara Bush along with Houston Mayor Bill White (behind Barbara Bush) and event co-president Charles Foster (close-up on the left, back to the camera) were at the opening of a statue and plaza … more

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Looking more like a retiree and an avid fisherman than a former president of the United States, George Herbert Walker Bush exhibits the old tool hut at his Walker Point Estate in Kennebunkport, Maine, which "appropriated" his fishing gear and fly tying the gear. less

Looking more like a retiree and an avid fisherman than a former US president, George Herbert Walker Bush exhibits the old tool hut at his Walker Point Estate in Kennebunkport, Maine, which … more

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Former US presidents UU Bill Clinton, left, and George H.W. Bush meets with the media as he inspects reconstruction efforts for residents displaced from the December tsunami in Weligama, Sri Lanka, on Monday, February 21, 2005.

Former US Presidents Bill Clinton, left, and George H.W. Bush meets with the media as he inspects reconstruction efforts for residents displaced from the December tsunami in Weligama, Sri Lanka, on Monday, February 21, 2005.

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Former first lady Barbara Bush, left, and former president George H.W. Bush smiles as he rides in the grand parade during the opening performance of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on March 1, 2005, at Reliant Stadium in Houston. less

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Actress Eva Longoria shares a smile with former President George HW Bush before the NBA All-Star basketball game in Houston on Sunday, February 19, 2006.

Actress Eva Longoria shares a Laughter with former President George HW Bush before the NBA All-Star basketball game in Houston, Sunday, February 19, 2006.

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Former President George H.W. Bush, on the left, is thrilled when he talks about how proud he was of the way his son, Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, handled his defeat in the governor race of 1994, during a speech on December 4, 2006. in the Capitol. in Tallahbadee, Fl. less

Former President George H.W. Bush, on the left, is thrilled when he talks about how proud he was of the way his son, the governor of Florida, Jeb Bush, handled his defeat in the race for governor of 1994, during a speech … more [19659015] Photo: COLIN HACKLEY, AP

Former President George H.W. Bush checks his bell as he prepares to call the Salvation Army on Monday, December 18, 2006, in Houston.

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Texas head coach Mack Brown shares a smile with former president George H.W. Bush before playing Texas A & M on November 23, 2007, at Kyle Field in College Station.

Texas Head Coach Mack Brown shares a smile with former President George H.W. Bush before playing Texas A & M on November 23, 2007, at Kyle Field in College Station.

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COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS – Former President George H.W. Bush and the sergeant of the Golden Knights of the US Navy. UU Mike Elliot parachutes during the grand reopening ceremony of the George Bush Presidential Library on November 10, 2007. "The fact that you are 83 years old does not mean you have to sit down." said the 41st president after his sixth parachute landing. "The Golden Knights of the US Army made me feel like I was 23 years old again."

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COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS – Former President George H.W. Bush and the sergeant of the Golden Knights of the US Army. US, Clbad 1, Mike Elliot, parachute during the George Bush Presidential Library & Museum grand

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Former Presidents of the United States George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton walk through the rubble at Bermuda Beach on Galveston Island as they roam the areas affected by Hurricane Ike on Tuesday, October 14, 2008 in Galveston, Texas.

The former presidents of the United States George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton walk through the rubble at Bermuda Beach on Galveston Island as they roam the areas affected by Hurricane Ike on Tuesday, October 14, 2008 in Galveston, Texas.

Photo: Smiley N. Pool, Houston Chronicle

President George H.W. Bush smiles before presenting SSgt. René Fernández and her family are the keys to a new home in the Lakeshore subdivision that was donated by Perry Homes through the Helping a Hero program on Thursday, December 11, 2008, in Houston. Fernandez was awarded the purple heart after surviving an explosion of an Improvised Explosive Device while traveling in a HUMVEE in Iraq. Fernandez suffered a traumatic brain injury and is still recovering.
The Help a Hero program works to improve the quality of life of seriously injured soldiers.
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Photo: Johnny Hanson, Houston Chronicle

Former Presidents George H.W. Bush, 41st, left, and George W. Bush, 43rd, pose for a portrait of father and son during the Easter holidays of 2008 at Camp David, in Thurmont, Maryland

Former presidents George HW Bush, 41st, left, and George W. Bush, 43rd, pose for a portrait of father and son during the Easter holidays of 2008 at Camp David in Thurmont, Maryland

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The Republican candidate for president, Senator John McCain, Republican of Arizona, and former President George H.W. Bush after a press conference at the house of the Bush family in Kennebunkport, Maine, on Monday, July 21, 2008.

The Republican presidential candidate, Senator John McCain, Republican of Arizona, and the former president George HW Bush after a press conference at the house of the Bush family in Kennebunkport, Maine, on Monday, July 21, 2008.

Photo: Carolyn Kaster, AP

Les Alexander, Dikembe Mutombo and President George H.W. Bush at the Houston Rockets Tux & Tennies benefits at the Toyota Center on March 27, 2008.

Les Alexander, Dikembe Mutombo and President George H.W. Bush at Houston Rockets Tux & Tennies benefits at the Toyota Center on March 27, 2008.

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President George H.W. Bush greets the crowd after the start-up ceremonies of the USS George H.W. Bush's aircraft carrier at the Norfolk Naval Station, January 10, 2009, in Norfolk.

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President-elect Barack Obama is received by President George W. Bush at a meeting at the White House in Washington on Wednesday, January 7, 2009, with former presidents, from the left, George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton and Jimmy Carter. less

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Former President George H.W. Bush signs autograph for Houston Astros pitcher Doug Brocail as Bush walks through the Astros clubhouse with team owner Drayton McLane before a spring training game against the Florida Marlins at Osceola County Stadium on May 23. March 2009 in Kissimmee. less

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In this photo provided by Army Golden Knights, former President George H. W. Bush, below, travels in tandem with the sergeant. Michael Elliott of the Golden Knights Army paratrooper team as he celebrates his 85th birthday with a parachute jump on Friday, June 12, 2009, in Kennebunkport, Maine. minus

In this photo provided by Army Golden Knights, former President George HW Bush, below, travels in tandem with Sgt. Michael Elliott of the Golden Knights Army paratrooper team as he celebrates his 85th birthday … more

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The former president of the USA UU George H.W. Bush meets former Houston Oilers coach Bum Phillips on the bench before the Houston Texans face the New York Giants on Sunday, October 10, 2010, at Reliant Stadium in Houston, Texas. less

The former president of the USA. UU George H.W. Bush meets former Houston Oilers coach Bum Phillips on the bench before the Houston Texans face the New York Giants on Sunday, October 10, 2010 at Reliant Stadium … more

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Former President George H.W. Bush flips the coin before an NFL football game between the Houston Texans and the Kansas City Chiefs at Reliant Stadium on Sunday, October 17, 2010 in Houston. The Texans beat the Chiefs 35-31. less

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Former President George H.W. Bush and James A. Baker speak before the start of the first inning of an Astros game in 2011.

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U.S. President Barack Obama (left) introduces former US President George H.W. Bush with the 2010 Medal of Freedom in the East Room of the White House February 15, 2011 in Washington, DC. Obama handed out the medal to twelve pioneers in sports, work, politics and art. minus

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Former President George HW Bush shakes hands with runners in front of the St. Martin Episcopal Church near the nineteenth mile during the Chevron Houston Marathon in 2012.

Former President George HW Bush shakes hands with the runners in front of St. The Episcopal Church of Martin near marker 19 mile during the Chevron Houston Marathon in 2012.

Photo: Mayra Beltran, Staff

defensive end of Houston Texans J.J. Watt (99) greets former Presidents George W. Bush, in the center, and George H.W. Bush before the Texans game against the Oakland Raiders at Reliant Stadium on Sunday, November 17, 2013 in Houston.
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The defensive end of Houston Texans J.J. Watt (99) greets former Presidents George W. Bush, in the center, and George H.W. Bush before the Texans game against the Oakland Raiders at Reliant Stadium on Sunday, November 17, 2013, … more

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Speaking of heroes, Houston is the home of president No. 41 George H.W. Bush and Barbara Bush. This is not a casual, accidental or political relationship. They love us. We love them. In addition, the president wears colorful socks, so keep your eyes on his feet.

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Speaking of heroes, Houston is home of President No. 41 George H.W. Bush and Barbara Bush. This is not a casual, accidental or political relationship. They love us. We love them. In addition, the president wears … more

Photo: Smiley N. Pool, Houston Chronicle

Former President George H.W. Bush talks to the Houston Texans cheerleaders after posing for a group photo after a ceremony announcing the squad at the Texans training facility on Wednesday, April 17, 2013 in Houston. less

Former President George H.W. Bush talks to the Houston Texans cheerleaders after posing for a group photo after a ceremony announcing the squad at the Texas training facility on Wednesday, April 17, 2013, … more

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This file photo of July 15, 2013 shows former US President George H. W. Bush applauding during an event in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC.

This file photo of July 15, 2013 shows former United States President George H. W. Bush applauding during an event in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC

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Former US President George H. W. Bush greets President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama when they arrive at the intercontinental airport on April 9, 2014 in Houston, Texas.

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Former President George H.W. Bush is shown looking at the Houston Astros and Los Angeles Angels during the game at Minute Maid Park on Sunday, April 19, 2015 in Houston.

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Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski greets George and Barbara Bush before the South Regional Final between Duke and Gonzaga at NRG Stadium on Sunday, March 29, 2015 in Houston.

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On this Thursday, July 30, 2015, photo provided by the Office of George H. W. Bush, former President George H.W. Bush wears an orthopedic collar at his summer home in Kennebunkport, Maine. The 91-year-old guy tweeted the photo showing him in the corset and giving him two thumbs on Thursday. Bush fractured a bone in his neck when he fell there on July 15. Doctors are letting the fracture of the vertebra heal itself for the next few months.
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Former President George H.W. Bush salutes before launching the first ceremonial pitch to Astros third baseman Jed Lowrie (8) before Game 3 of the American League Division Series against the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park on Sunday, October 11, 2015 In Houston.
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Former President George H.W. Bush waves before launching the first ceremonial throw to Astros third baseman Jed Lowrie (8) before Game 3 of the American League Division Series against the Kansas City Royals …

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Barbara Bush, left, observes former President George H.W. Bush has a ball with the Houston Astros Jed Lowrie after throwing the first pitch during the pre-game ceremonies for Game 3 of the American League Divisional Series between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park on Sunday. October 11, 2015. in Houston.
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Barbara Bush, left, observes former President George H.W. Bush has a Houston Astros ball sign Jed Lowrie after throwing the first pitch during the pre-game ceremonies of the American League Game 3 … more

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Former President George H.W. Bush, with former first lady Barbara Bush, has a baseball after throwing the first ceremonial pitch to Astros third baseman Jed Lowrie (8) before Game 3 of the American League Divisional Series against the Kansas City Royals in the Minute Maid Park on Sunday, October. 11, 2015, in Houston.
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Former President George H.W. Bush, with former first lady Barbara Bush, has a baseball after throwing the first ceremonial throw to Astros third baseman Jed Lowrie (8) before Game 3 of the American League … more

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Former President George H.W. Bush embraces Astros third baseman Jed Lowrie (8) after throwing the first ceremonial pitch, with former First Lady Barbara Bush, before Game 3 of the American League Divisional Series against the Kansas City Royals in Minute Park Maid Domingo, October 11, 2015, in Houston. less

Former President George H.W. Bush embraces Astros third baseman Jed Lowrie (8) after throwing the first ceremonial pitch, with former first lady Barbara Bush, before Game 3 of the American League Division … more

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Former President George H.W. Bush throws the first ceremonial pitch to Astros third baseman Jed Lowrie (8) before Game 3 of the American League Division Series against the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park on Sunday, October 11, 2015, in Houston .
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Former President George H.W. Bush embraces Astros third baseman Jed Lowrie (8) after throwing the first ceremonial pitch before Game 3 of the American League Division Series against the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park on Sunday, October 11, 2015 In Houston. less

Photo: Brett Coomer, Houston Chronicle

Former Sen. Bob Dole, R-Kansas, left, receives George Bush's Public Service Award from former President Bush on Wednesday after the 75th anniversary ceremony of the Pearl Harbor attack.

Former Senator Bob Dole, R-Kansas, left, received the George Bush Award for Public Service from former President Bush on Wednesday after the 75th anniversary ceremony of the Pearl Harbor attack.

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Former First Lady Barbara Bush, left, holds hands with her husband, former President George H.W. Bush and Senator Bob Dole, Republican for Kansas, during the Taps show at the 75th anniversary ceremony of the attack on Pearl Harbor at the George Bush Presidential Library on Wednesday, December 7, 2016, at College Station. less

Former first lady Barbara Bush, left, holds hands with her husband, former President George H.W. Bush and Senator Bob Dole, Republican of Kansas, during the Taps tap at the 75th anniversary ceremony of the attack on … more

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Barbara Bush, George H.W. Bush and Bob Dole celebrate the anniversary on Wednesday at College Station.

Photo: Brett Coomer, Staff

Former President George H.W. Bush and former Senator Bob Dole have taken different paths after their political careers.

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Former First Lady Barbara Bush shakes hands with former President George H.W. Bush during the taps tap during the 75th anniversary ceremony of the attack on Pearl Harbor at the George Bush Presidential Library on Wednesday, December 7, 2016, in College Station. less

Former First Lady Barbara Bush shakes hands with former President George H.W. Bush during the execution of the taps during the ceremony of the 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor in the George Bush Presidential … more

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Former President George H.W. Bush wears airplane socks while attending the 75th Anniversary Ceremony of the attack on Pearl Harbor at the Presidential Library of Bush on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at College Station. (Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle) minus

Former President George H.W. Bush wears airplane socks while attending the 75th anniversary ceremony of the attack on Pearl Harbor at the Presidential Library of Bush on Wednesday, December 7, 2016, at College Station. … More

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In this photo provided by the Office of George H.W. Bush on Monday, January 23, 2017, former President George H.W. Bush and his wife Barbara pose for a photo at the Houston Methodist Hospital in Houston. The 92-year-old former president still suffers from pneumonia, but he's well enough to leave the intensive care unit at a Houston hospital, doctors said Monday. His wife, Barbara, was discharged from the same facility after completing the treatment for bronchitis. (Courtesy of George H. W. Bush's Office via AP) minus

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Former President George Bush and his wife Barbara Bush during the pre-match ceremonies for the LI Super Bowl at NRG Stadium on Sunday, February 5, 2017 in Houston.

Photo: Michael Ciaglo, Houston Chronicle

La multitud en NRG rompió en aplausos para el ex presidente George Bush y su esposa Barbara Bush.

Foto: Karen Warren, Fotógrafo de personal

El receptor abierto New England Patriots, Matthew Slater, saluda al ex presidente George Bush y su esposa Barbara Bush durante las ceremonias previas al partido del Super Bowl LI en el estadio NRG el domingo 5 de febrero de 2017.

El receptor abierto de los New England Patriots Matthew Slater se fue, saluda al ex presidente George Bush y su esposa Barbara Bush durante las ceremonias previas al partido para el Super Bowl LI en el NRG Stadium el domingo 5 de febrero de 2017.

Foto: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle

El ex presidente George Bush y su esposa Barbara Bush durante las ceremonias previas al partido para el Super Bowl LI en NRG Stadium el domingo 5 de febrero de 2017 en Houston.

El ex presidente George Bush y su esposa Barbara Bush durante las ceremonias previas al partido para el Super Bowl LI en NRG Stadium el domingo, 5 de febrero de 2017 en Houston.

Foto: Michael Ciaglo, Houston Chronicle

El ex presidente George H.W. Bush llega a la Congregación Beth Israel para recibir un Premio Mensch el miércoles 8 de marzo de 2017 en Houston.

Foto: Steve Gonzales, Houston Chronicle

El presidente de la Fundación Internacional Mensch Steve Geiger (derecha) conversa con el ex presidente George H.W. Bush y la ex primera dama Barbara Bush después de presentarles un Premio Mensch el miércoles 8 de marzo de 2017 en Houston. menos

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La Fundación Internacional Mensch presentó su Premio Mensch anual al ex presidente George H.W. Bush y la ex Primera Dama Bárbara Bush en una ceremonia de premiación organizada por la Congregación Beth Israel el miércoles 8 de marzo de 2017 en Houston. menos

La Fundación Internacional Mensch presentó su Premio Mensch anual al ex presidente George H.W. Bush y la ex primera dama Barbara Bush en una ceremonia de premiación organizada por la congregación Beth Israel el miércoles, … más

Foto: Steve Gonzales, Houston Chronicle

El ex presidente George H.W. Bush deja la Congregación Beth Israel después de recibir un Premio Mensch el miércoles 8 de marzo de 2017 en Houston.

Foto: Steve Gonzales, Houston Chronicle

ARCHIVO – Esta foto de archivo del 20 de abril de 2017 proporcionada por la Oficina de George H.W. Bush muestra al ex presidente George H.W. Bush, a la izquierda, posando con su hijo el ex presidente George W. Bush en el Houston Methodist Hospital en Houston, donde se estaba recuperando de un caso leve de neumonía después de ser admitido el 14 de abril. El portavoz de Bush Jim McGrath dijo en un comunicado que Bush fue dado de alta del hospital on Friday, April 28, 2017. After the pneumonia was treated, Bush remained hospitalized due to chronic bronchitis. (Evan Sisley/Office of George H.W. Bush via AP, File) less

FILE – This April 20, 2017, file photo provided by the Office of George H.W. Bush shows former President George H.W. Bush, left, posing with his son former President George W. Bush at Houston Methodist Hospital … more

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