The Forty-First President of the United States was George H.W. Bush, who served from 1989 to 1993. He was born on June 12, 1924, in Milton, Massachusetts, and had a long career in public service, including roles as a congressman, ambassador to China, and director of the Central Intelligence Agency. During his presidency, Bush oversaw significant events such as the end of the Cold War and the Gulf War, which was a response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. He is known for his foreign policy achievements and for promoting a "kinder, gentler" America. Bush left office with a mixed legacy and later became involved in humanitarian efforts.