George HW Bush legacy: He was one of the most qualified presidents to assume office
George Herbert Walker Bush, who served as the 41st President of the United States, came into the White House as one of the most qualified candidates ever to assume office. Bush, marked for his diplomacy and his expertise in national security affairs saw a long career in both domestic and foreign affairs before he delved into the presidency. He had served as United Nations ambassador, US liaison to China and CIA director before becoming vice president during Ronald Reagan's term and then moving on to win the presidency.
The World War II hero is also recognized for his unique ability to navigate the uncertainty which the White House faced after Soviet Union's disintegration. Bush's popularity rose with the 1991 Gulf War, however, he did acknowledge that he had trouble articulating "the vision thing" successfully to the voters.