MOST CORRUPT SERIES: President George H W Bush – Forgotten History
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- 16 December 2025
Almost every presidential administration has had some controversy, and some of those elected to the White House brought their own personal baggage with them sometimes with detrimental effects. But very few presidents entered office with such an array of combined military and federal government experience as George Herbert Walker Bush when he was elected in 1989. But there are some issues that we will discuss. Written and hosted by Colin D. Heaton. Forgotten History is a 10th Legion Pictures Production. Written and hosted by Colin D. Heaton. Forgotten History is a 10th Legion Pictures Production.
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