Vice President Dick Cheney served under President George W. Bush from 2001 to 2009. Before becoming vice president, he held various significant positions, including Secretary of Defense from 1989 to 1993, where he played a key role during the Gulf War. Cheney was known for his strong influence in the administration and his focus on national security issues. Cheney was born on January 30, 1941, in Lincoln, Nebraska. He graduated from the University of Wyoming and later earned a law degree. Throughout his career, he was involved in both politics and business, including serving as CEO of Halliburton, an energy company, before his vice presidency.