George W. Bush

Presidency

Bush's presidency was significantly shaped by the September 11 attacks and the subsequent wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Inauguration

January 20, 2001

Bush was inaugurated as the 43rd President of the United States.

September 11 Attacks

September 11, 2001

Al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked four airliners, leading to the destruction of the World Trade Center and a significant shift in Bush's presidency.

War in Afghanistan

2001

Bush ordered the invasion of Afghanistan to overthrow the Taliban and capture Osama bin Laden.

War in Iraq

2003

Bush ordered the invasion of Iraq, alleging that Saddam Hussein's regime possessed weapons of mass destruction, which were later found not to exist.