On this day in history, September 2, 1944, George H.W. Bush is shot down during World War II
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Future President George H.W. Bush was shot down during World War II on this day in history, Sept. 2, 1944, while serving as a pilot off the Japanese island of Chichijima.
Bush’s squadron was conducting a bombing mission when it encountered heavy anti-aircraft fire, according to records from the U.S. Navy. President Bush later described the event as one of the most dramatic moments of his life. Before serving as vice president from 1981 to 1989 under Ronald Reagan, President Bush held a number of senior-level positions. Erica Lamberg is a contributing reporter for Fox News Digital.
"The engine on Bush’s plane was set ablaze, yet Bush managed to release his bombs and head back toward the aircraft carrier San Jacinto before bailing out over the water," said History.com.
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