Former US President George H.W. Bush dies at 94: How the world leaders mourned the passing of a titan

"George HW Bush's life is a testament to the notion that public service is a noble, joyous calling. And he did tremendous good along the journey." 

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S President Barack Obama is introduced to speak by former President George H.W. Bush at the Points of Light forum at Texas AandM University in College Station, Texas October 16, 2009. 

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The legacy of George HW Bush will be forever etched in the history of America and the world. It is a lifelong record of selfless patriotic service to our nation: James A Baker III

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Former President George H.W. Bush with former Secretary of State James A. Baker III, 2011

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"Through his essential authenticity, disarming wit, and unwavering commitment to faith, family, and country, President Bush inspired generations of his fellow Americans to public service to be, in his words, "a thousand points of light" illuminating the greatness, hope, and opportunity of America to the world." - President Donald Trump.

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US President George H.W. Bush is seen at the White House after he addressed US troops defending Saudi Arabia August 29, 1990. 

President George H.W. Bush led a long, successful and beautiful life. Whenever I was with him I saw his absolute joy for life and true pride in his family. His accomplishments were great from beginning to end. He was a truly wonderful man and will be missed by all!

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"I will be forever grateful for the friendship we formed. From the moment I met him as a young governor invited to his home in Kennebunkport, I was struck by the kindness he showed to Chelsea, by his innate and genuine decency, and by his devotion to Barbara, his children, and their growing brood." - Former President Bill Clinton.

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US former presidents George Bush Senior (L) and Bill Clinton arrives in Phuket, south Thailand. George H.W. Bush -- the upper-crust war hero-turned-oilman and diplomat who steered America through the end of the Cold War as president and led a political dynasty that saw his son win the White House -- died Friday. He was 94. 

Hillary and I mourn the passing of President George H. W. Bush, and give thanks for his great long life of service, love and friendship. I am grateful for every minute I spent with him and will always hold our friendship as one of my life’s greatest gifts. https://t.co/1CYdrIeKmz

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"He was, in fact, the first American President that I was privileged to meet. I recall being deeply touched by your father's concern for the Tibetan people and the situation in Tibet. It is truly admirable to have lived over 94 years. While nothing can replace the loss of a father, we can rejoice in the fact that he was a meaningful life, dedicated to public service. I commend your parents for encouraging their children, including you my dear friend, to devote yourselves to the service of others." - Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama

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President George H. W. Bush meets with the Dalai Lama at the White House in April 1991

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"The world has lost a great leader; this country has lost one of its best, and I have lost one of my dearest friends. I am heartbroken." - Brent Scowcroft, Bush's national security adviser.  

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In this file photo taken on December 04, 1992 US President George Bush poses for photographers after speaking about the situation in Somalia. - Former US president George H.W. Bush, who helped steer America through the end of the Cold War, has died at age 94, his family announced late Friday November 30, 2018. "Jeb, Neil, Marvin, Doro and I are saddened to announce that after 94 remarkable years, our dear Dad has died," his son, former president George W. Bush, said in a statement released on Twitter by a family spokesman. 

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