George W. Bush - Rapid City, SD
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Visitors to Rapid City are greeted by the City of Presidents, a series of life-size bronze statues of our nation’s past presidents along the city’s sidewalks. The project began in 2000 to honor the legacy of the American presidency.
Waymark Code: WMFAHC
Location: South Dakota, United States
Date Posted: 09/20/2012
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George W. Bush, Forty-Third President of the United States - 2001-2009
Bush took office in January 2001 and by September 11, 2001; the whole world was focused on New York City and the Pentagon with the attacks by Al-Qaeda operatives that resulted in the deaths of over 2,900 people. This event changed Bush's presidency forever.
Bush ordered the invasion of Afghanistan and the overthrow of the Taliban which had been harboring Al-Qaeda training camps.
An important education act during his term was the "No Child Left Behind Act" meant to improve public schools.
On January 14, 2004 the Space Shuttle Columbia exploded killing all on board. In the wake of this, Bush announced a new plan for NASA and space exploration including sending people back to the moon by 2018.
The President is seen holding one of his 2 Scottish Terriers; Barney or Miss Beazley
Location: Corner of St Joseph Street and 5th
Sculptor: James Michael Maher
Visit Instructions:
At least one original photo, taken by the poster, of the statue. No internet photos.