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Postal Service announces stamp honoring H.W. Bush

The United States Postal Service is issuing a new commemorative stamp honoring the late President George H. W. Bush, who died at 94 on November 30, 2018.
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The United States Postal Service is issuing a new commemorative stamp honoring the late President George H. W. Bush, who died at 94 on November 30, 2018.
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George H.W. Bush's service dog will offer comfort at military hospital

Former President George H.W. Bush's service dog, Sully, is joining the team of therapeutic dogs that offer comfort at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
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Sully, a yellow Labrador service dog for former President George H. W. Bush, sits near the casket of the late President at the U.S. Capitol, Dec. 4, 2018.
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George H.W. Bush's service dog takes on new role

Former President George H.W. Bush's service dog, Sully, is joining the team of therapeutic dogs that offer comfort at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
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VIDEO: Former President George H.W. Bush's service dog, Sully, is joining the team of therapeutic dogs that offer comfort at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
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Presidential pen pal revealed

George H.W. Bush wrote letters to a Filipino boy through Compassion International.
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VIDEO: Presidential pen pal revealed
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Inside the Navy's flyover farewell for President George H.W. Bush

Navy pilots who participated in the 21 aircraft flyover at George H.W. Bush's funeral in Texas describe what it was like to be part of that historic tribute for the late president.
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VIDEO: Inside the Navy's flyover farewell for President George H.W. Bush
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President George H.W. Bush laid to rest next to wife, daughter

The president was buried in Texas after a funeral service markedly different from the one the nation watched on Wednesday in Washington, D.C.
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The Bush family looks on as a joint military services honor guard carries the casket for former President George H.W. Bush  from the Union Pacific funeral train at Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas, Dec. 6, 2018.
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Final farewell to the 41st president

George H.W Bush returns to his final resting place in Texas, where he will be buried next to his wife and daughter.
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VIDEO: Final farewell to the 41st president
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George H.W. Bush arrives at presidential library for private burial

The 41st president will be buried next to former first lady Barbara Bush and their daughter, Robin.
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The 41st president will be buried next to former first lady Barbara Bush and their daughter, Robin.
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The start of funeral train ride to George H.W. Bush's resting place

Train No. 4141 carries Bush from Spring to College Station, Texas, where he will be buried next to his wife and daughter.
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VIDEO: The start of funeral train ride to George H.W. Bush's resting place
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Navy veterans crew George H.W. Bush's historic presidential funeral train

The engineer and conductor driving George H.W. Bush's presidential funeral train are both veterans of the U.S. Navy.
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People pay their respects as the train carrying the casket of former President George H.W. Bush passes, Dec. 6, 2018, along the route from Spring to College Station, Texas.
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Bush friend delivers emotional tribute at funeral

Jim Baker, George H.W. Bush's former secretary of state, offered a tribute to his friend at the Texas service.
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VIDEO: Former secretary of state Jim Baker offered a tribute to his friend at the Texas service.
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Final farewell to George H. W. Bush

Former President George H. W. Bush will be laid to rest in College Station, Texas.
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VIDEO: Final farewell to George H. W. Bush
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Bush granddaughters deliver readings at Texas funeral

Marshall Bush and Barbara Pierce Bush were just two of George H.W. Bush's granddaughters who spoke at the service.
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VIDEO: Marshall Bush and Barbara Pierce Bush were just two of George H.W. Bush's granddaughters who spoke at the service.
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Navy to honor George H.W. Bush with 21-jet 'missing man formation'

The flyover will take place over the Bush Presidential Library in College Station, Texas, where the late president will be buried.
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Kevin McLaughlin, the commander of Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic, will lead a flyover of 21 fighter jets to honor fellow aviator and late President George H.W. Bush.
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Mourners pay final respects to George H.W. Bush

George H.W. Bush is lying in repose at St. Martin's Episcopal Church in Houston, where he and his wife Barbara regularly worshipped.
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VIDEO: Mourners pay final respects to George H.W. Bush
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George W. Bush eulogizes his father: 'A genuinely optimistic man'

Hundreds of dignitaries gathered at Washington's National Cathedral for a service honoring former President George H.W. Bush.
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Former President George W. Bush speaks during the funeral service for his father, former President George H. W. Bush at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., Dec. 5, 2018.
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Powerful moments from George H.W. Bush's funeral

The 41st president was laid to rest Wednesday at the National Cathedral, where George W. Bush delivered a touching eulogy about how his father showed him "what it means to be a president."
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VIDEO: Powerful moments from George H.W. Bush's funeral
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Cokie Roberts credits George H.W. Bush with 'family that cares about public service'

ABC News contributor Cokie Roberts joined ABC News’ Chief White House Correspondent Jonathan Karl and Political Director Rick Klein to discuss Bush's presidency.
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Former President George H.W. Bush congratulates his son George W. Bush, the current U.S. President, during the final session of the Republican National Convention in New York, Sept. 2, 2004.
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George H.W. Bush, in his own words, reflects on his presidency, family

In previous ABC News interviews with Barbara Walters and Diane Sawyer, the 41st president spoke about his political life and his sons, George and Jeb.
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VIDEO:  George H.W. Bush, in his own words, reflects on his presidency, family
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At Bush's funeral, an emotional George W. Bush pays tribute to his father

Former presidents, family, friends and former dignitaries gathered at the Washington National Cathedral for the 41st president's state funeral service.
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VIDEO:  At Bush's funeral, an emotional George W. Bush pays tribute to his father
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Thousands line up overnight to pay respects to George H.W. Bush

The lines to see Bush's casket in the Capitol Rotunda were long.
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Thousands remained lined up at 12:30 a.m. in 35-degree weather to see President George H.W. Bush lie in state in the Capitol Rotunda on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2018.
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Body of George H.W. Bush arrives at St. Martin's Episcopal Church to lie in repose

The former president will be laid to rest tomorrow.
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The former president will be laid to rest tomorrow.
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Bill Clinton on George H.W. Bush's legacy

Clinton says Bush will be remembered as a president with a "vision of a world order based on the rule of law and respect for human rights and minority rights."
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VIDEO: Clinton says Bush will be remembered as a president with a "vision of a world order based on the rule of law and respect for human rights and minority rights."
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Bill Clinton on traveling abroad with George H.W. Bush

Clinton said Bush "treasured" drawings given to him by children in Indonesia and the Maldives.
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VIDEO: Clinton said Bush "treasured" drawings given to him by children in Indonesia and the Maldives.
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Bill Clinton on why he loved George H.W. Bush

Clinton said his former opponent was "always trying to make sure there'd be more winners" in America.
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VIDEO: Clinton said his former opponent was "always trying to make sure there'd be more winners" in America.
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George H.W. Bush leaves D.C. for last time

After the 41st president's funeral at the National Cathedral, his casket and family boarded Air Force One for Texas.
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VIDEO: George H.W. Bush leaves D.C. for final time
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A son's farewell: Read George W. Bush's eulogy of his father

Former President George W. Bush delivered a poignant eulogy of his father President George H.W. Bush.
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Former President George W. Bush and Laura Bush look on during the State Funeral for his father, former President George H.W. Bush, at the National Cathedral, Dec. 5, 2018, in Washington.
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George W. Bush chokes up during eulogy for father

A funeral service for George H.W. Bush was held at Washington National Cathedral.
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VIDEO: A funeral service for George H.W. Bush was held at Washington National Cathedral.
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President Trump arrives at George H.W. Bush funeral

The president and first lady attended services at the Washington National Cathedral.
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VIDEO: The president and first lady attended services at the Washington National Cathedral.
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Bush family pastor delivers the homily at funeral

Rev. Dr. Russell Levenson Jr. spoke at the funeral service for George H.W. Bush.
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VIDEO: Rev. Dr. Russell Levenson Jr. spoke at the funeral service for George H.W. Bush.
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George W. Bush eulogizes his father through tears, laughter

The eldest son of George H.W. Bush spoke about his father during a service at Washington National Cathedral.
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VIDEO: The eldest son of George H.W. Bush spoke about his father during a service at Washington National Cathedral.
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Alan Simpson: George H.W. Bush 'never lost his humor'

The former senator from Wyoming first met President Bush in 1962.
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The former senator from Wyoming first met President Bush in 1962.
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Honor Guard take George H.W. Bush's casket from US Capitol

Canons fired and "Hail to the Chief" played as the former president's body was taken from the Capitol Rotunda.
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VIDEO: Canons fired and "Hail to the Chief" played as the former president's body was taken from the Capitol Rotunda.
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Former Canadian PM: Bush was 'resolute and brave'

Brian Mulroney spoke at the funeral for George H.W. Bush in the Washington National Cathedral.
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VIDEO: Brian Mulroney spoke at the funeral for George H.W. Bush in the Washington National Cathedral.
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Presidential historian offers touching eulogy at Bush funeral

Jon Meacham touched on George H.W. Bush's military service, presidency and personal life.
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VIDEO: Jon Meacham touched on George H.W. Bush's military service, presidency and personal life.
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Granddaughters honor George H.W. Bush at funeral

Lauren Bush and Ashley Walker Bush deliver readings at the former president's funeral.
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VIDEO: Lauren Bush and Ashley Walker Bush deliver readings at the former president's funeral.
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Jenna Bush Hager honors grandfather at funeral

George H.W. Bush's granddaughter spoke at Washington National Cathedral.
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VIDEO: George H.W. Bush's granddaughter spoke at Washington National Cathedral.
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'It changes everything': The Bush legacy and one man's life with disabilities

Paul Smith's life was changed by a car accident 20 years ago. The Americans with Disabilities Act, signed by President George H.W. Bush, made his trip to D.C. possible.
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Paul Smith, left, traveled from Utah on Tuesday morning to see former President George H.W. Bush lying in state at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Dec. 4, 2018.
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Celebrating the life and legacy of George H.W. Bush

All living U.S. presidents will come together at the National Cathedral for the funeral of the 41st president, where his son, George W. Bush, will deliver a eulogy.
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VIDEO: Celebrating the life and legacy of George H.W. Bush
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George H.W. Bush's legacy includes Americans with Disabilities Act

One of the late president's greatest accomplishments was signing into law the Americans with Disabilities act in 1990, and many people who've benefited paid their respects in Washington.
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VIDEO: George H.W. Bush's legacy includes Americans with Disabilities Act
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Trump to join presidents at Bush funeral

The Bush family made it clear Trump would be welcome at George H.W. Bush's funeral, understanding that it's about honoring Bush rather than politics.
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VIDEO: Trump to join presidents at Bush funeral
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George W. Bush to eulogize father

The former president will honor his father, George H.W. Bush, as family and world leaders gather to honor the 41st president.
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VIDEO: George W. Bush to eulogize father
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George H.W. Bush remembered by the youngest generation

Children pay their respects and reflect on a presidency that happened decades before they were born.
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VIDEO: Children pay their respects and reflect on a presidency that happened decades before they were born.
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Thousands visit Capitol to honor George H.W. Bush

ABC News' Mary Bruce reports from Capitol Hill as the last visitors walk through the Rotunda to pay their respects to the 41st president before his state funeral service.
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VIDEO: Thousands visit Capitol to honor George H.W. Bush
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Paul Smith pays his respect as George H.W. Bush lies in state

Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act, a landmark law that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities, which affects people like Smith.
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VIDEO: Paul Smith pays respect as George W.H. Bush lies in state
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Bush family greets mourners at the Capitol Rotunda as George H.W. Bush lies in state

The family stopped by Tuesday night as visitors continued to pay their respects to the former president.
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The family stopped by Tuesday night as visitors continued to pay their respects to the former president.
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Americans from all walks of life come to honor George H.W. Bush

Thousands have been streaming by the president's casket since Monday evening.
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The coffin bearing the remains of former President George H.W. Bush rests atop a catafalque at the Capitol in Washington D.C., Dec. 3, 2018.
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A look back at George H.W. Bush's colorful history of fun socks

The 41st president made his affinity for fun socks known in the past several years, choosing bold patterns and bright colors to liven up his suits or chinos.
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Former President George H.W. Bush's colorful socks at the dedication of the George W. Bush presidential library on the campus of Southern Methodist University in Dallas, April 25, 2013.
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President Trump, first lady visit Capitol Rotunda to pay respect to former president

Donald Trump and Melania are expected to meet privately with the Bush family today at Blair House.
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VIDEO: President Trump, first lady visit Capitol Rotunda to pay respect to former president
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George H.W. Bush in Washington for final honors before burial in Texas

The casket of President George H.W. Bush, draped with the American flag and placed underneath the marble dome of the Rotunda, will lie in state through Wednesday morning.
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The casket bearing the remains of former US President George H.W. Bush arrives at the US Capitol during the State Funeral in Washington, DC, Dec. 3, 2018.