A Month In The Life Of George W. Bush (Memories, News and Photos from July 2005)

White House archives ^ | July 1, 2010

[Kaslin]

Quote Of the Month

Independence Day 2005

Since July 4, 1776, Americans have experienced freedom's power to overcome tyranny, inspire hope in times of trial, and turn the creative gifts of men and women to the pursuits of peace. Across generations, our Nation has defended and advanced liberty. The words of our Founding Fathers first guided a country of 4 million souls, yet they put large events in motion. When the Liberty Bell sounded at the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence, one who witnessed the birth of freedom in our country said, "It rang as if it meant something." In our time it means something still. America continues to proclaim liberty throughout the world, and we remain a country full of hope and promise where opportunity thrives, where all stand equal before the law, and where our freedoms are celebrated.

Americans live in freedom because of the enduring power of our ideals. In the midst of World War II, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt reminded our troops that our Nation believes in the "right to liberty under God -- for all peoples and races and groups and nations, everywhere in the world." Today, a new generation of Americans continues to defend our Nation and spread freedom. On this Fourth of July, we honor the brave men and women of our military, and their families, and we express our gratitude for their courage, dedication to duty, and love of country.

Laura and I send our best wishes to all Americans on Independence Day. May God bless you, and may God continue to bless America.

GEORGE W. BUSH

Photos of the Month

President George W. Bush and Laura Bush walk with Scotland's First Minister Jack McConnell during the playing of national anthems upon their arrival at Glasgow's Prestiwick Airport, July 6, 2005. White House photo by Paul Morse

President Bush is applauded by members of the University of Georgia women's swimming and diving team, as he prepares put on the team hat Tuesday, July 12, 2005 at The White House, as part of ceremonies honoring the 2004 and 2005 NCAA Sport Championship teams. White House photo by Eric Draper

President George W. Bush talks to his mother Barbara Bush, Friday, July 22, 2005, during their appearance at a Conversation on Senior Security at the Boisfeuillet Jones Civic Center in Atlanta, to talk about Social Security and Medicare. White House photo by Paul Morse

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[Krodg]

I miss them so much. Such class.

[Kaslin]

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[lovesdogs]

GWB was not perfect but at least he was a grown up and a man. How I miss leadership and love of our great country in the oval office.

[Kaslin]

I know, I do too.
They did indeed

[texanyankee]

You can say that again!

[Boardwalk]

W looks great!! (L too!)! The time off must be agreeing with them! Miss them both!

[Kaslin]

President George W. Bush stands with Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor and her husband, John O’Connor, May 2004 in the Oval Office. Justice O’Connor submitted her resignation to the President Friday, July 1, 2005, after 24 years on the High Court to spend more time with her husband. File Photo. White House photo by Eric Draper

Justice Sandra Day O'Connor introduces Alberto Gonzalez to the audience after administering the oath of office to him during ceremonies welcoming him to his new post of U.S. Attorney General. Justice O’Connor submitted her resignation to President George W. Bush Friday, July 1, 2005, to spend more time with her husband, John O’Connor. File photo. White House photo by Paul Morse

With President George Bush looking on, Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor swears in Michael Chertoff as Secretary of Homeland Security during ceremonies March 3, 2005, in Washington. The Justice submitted her resignation after 24 years on the High Court in a letter to the President Friday, July 1, 2005. File photo. White House photo by Paul Morse

President George W. Bush and Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor share a moment backstage March 3, 2005, prior to the swearing-in ceremonies for Michael Chertoff as secretary of Homeland Security. In response to the Justice’s resignation, President Bush called her one of the most admired women of her time and said he was proud to know her. File photo. White House photo by Paul Morse

[Kaslin]

President George W. Bush talks with U.S. Army Specialist Nicholas Beintema and his mother Stacy Beintema of Woodbridge, Calif., while visiting wounded troops at Walter Reed Army Medical Hospital Friday, July 1, 2005. Spc. Beintema was wounded while serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom. White House photo by Eric Draper

President George W. Bush poses with Stacy Beintema, the mother of Specialist Nicholas Beintema of Woodbridge, Calif., during a visit with wounded soldiers and their families at Walter Reed Army Medical Hospital Friday, July 1, 2005. White House photo by Eric Draper

President George W. Bush pats the head of Pvt. 2nd Class Bart Tucker of Sioux City, Iowa, Friday, July 1, 2005, while his wife Heather looks on. The President visited the soldier at Walter Reed Army Medical Hospital, where he awarded Pvt. Tucker a Purple Heart for injuries received while serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom. White House photo by Eric Draper

President George W. Bush holds the hand of Elvira Flores, wife of Lance Cpl. Alberto Flores, as their son A.J., watches during the President's visit Friday, July 1, 2005, to Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Lance Cpl. Flores, from Salinas, Calif., is being treated for injuries received while serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom. White House photo by Eric Draper

[Kaslin]

President George W. Bush shares a light moment with Sgt. John Iverson and his wife, Pamela, during the President's visit Friday, July 1, 2005, to Walter Reed Army Medical Center. The Long Beach, California soldier is recovering from injuries sustained while serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom. White House photo by Eric Draper

President George W. Bush shakes the hand of Capt. Daniel Gade, a double Purple Heart recipient, during the President's visit Friday, July 1, 2005, to Walter Reed Army Medical Center. The Minot, North Dakota soldier is recovering from injuries sustained during Operation Iraqi Freedom. In the background is his wife, Wendy. White House photo by Eric Draper

President George W. Bush shakes hands with Cpl. Matthew James after awarding the Manassas, Va., soldier with a Purple Heart during a visit Friday, July 1, 2005, to Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Cpl. James is recovering from injuries received while serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom. White House photo by Eric Draper

[TribalPrincess2U]

W didn’t try to run everyones lives.

He thought the people should have say about everything.

W may very well be the last honorable Christian president we ever have.

America has been sold out. God Bless America.
God Bless all our soldiers who have fought to keep us free.

[dalebert]

Thanks for the dose..i needed it.

[Kaslin]

President George W. Bush leans down to Army Specialist Emmanuel Melendez-Diaz, as he asked the President for a special coin to send to the soldier who saved his life while serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Specialist Melendez-Diaz, whose hometown is Comerio, Puerto Rico, is recovering from his injuries at Walter Reed Army Medical Center and met the President during a visit to the facility Friday, July 1, 2005. White House photo by Eric Draper

President George W. Bush places a Presidential coin into the hand of Specialist Jeremy Lee as the Dallas soldier's mother, Garla Grubbs, right, and sister, Dana Lee, look on Friday, July 1, 2005. The moment came during the President's visit to the Walter Reed Army Medical Center, where Specialist Lee is recovering from wounds suffered while serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom. White House photo by Eric Draper

President George W. Bush spends a moment with Cpl. Cole Hansen of Canby, Minn., during a visit to Walter Reed Army Medical Center Friday, July 1, 2005. Cpl. Hansen is recovering from wounds received while serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom. White House photo by Eric Draper

President George W. Bush addresses the press after visiting with wounded troops at Walter Reed Army Medical Center Friday, July 1, 2005. White House photo by Eric Draper

[Kaslin]

President George W. Bush speaks to an Independence Day crowd in Morgantown, W.Va., Monday, Jul 4, 2005. The President told the estimated 3,000 people at West Virginia University that "the revolutionary truths of the Declaration are still at the heart of America." White House photo by Krisanne Johnson

President George W. Bush waves to the estimated 3,000 people in attendance at an Independence Day celebration Monday, July 4, 2005, at West Virginia University in Morgantown. Said the President, "The history we celebrate today is a testament to the power of freedom to lift up a whole nation." White House photo by Krisanne Johnson

[MontanaBeth]

Ah, for the good old days, when there was still hope.

[Kaslin]

On July 4, 2005, President and Mrs. Bush listen as a South Lawn crowd sings "Happy Birthday" at the White House in celebration of the President's upcoming birthday on July 6. White House photo by Krisanne Johnson

President George W. Bush watches Fourth of July fireworks from the balcony of the White House Monday evening. The Independence Day celebration was preceded by a birthday fete for the President, who will turn 59 on July 6. White House photo by Krisanne Johnson

[Patsygirl]

Oh,I miss them so much too! I always felt SAFE when they were in the White House. Now, with “what’s his name” in there, it feels as if we’ve been taken over by a Foreign leader who hates us and it’s a scary feeling. Like being on a ship that’s lost at sea or something?

[Kaslin]

President George W. Bush welcomes Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen aboard Air Force One after arriving in Kastrup, Denmark, Tuesday, July 5, 2005. White House photo by Eric Draper

President George W. Bush and Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen wave from Air Force One upon the President's arrival to Kastrup, Denmark, Tuesday, July 5, 2005. White House photo by Krisanne Johnson

President George W. Bush and Mrs Bush join Her Majesty Queen Margrethe II and His Royal Highness The Prince Henrik of Denmark after arriving at the Fredensborg Palace, Tuesday, July 5, 2005. White House photo by Eric Draper

[Kaslin]

President George W. Bush meets with Danish Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen, center, left, at his summer residence in Marienborg in Kongens Lyngby, Denmark, Wednesday, July 6, 2005. White House photo by Eric Draper

President George W. Bush is greeted by Danish Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen at his summer residence in Marienborg in Kongens Lyngby, Denmark, Wednesday, July 6, 2005. White House photo by Paul Morse

President George W. Bush and Danish Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen hold a joint press conference at his summer residence in Marienborg in Kongens Lyngby, Denmark, Wednesday, July 6, 2005. "Over a million people die of malaria on the continent of Africa on an annual basis, most of whom are under five years old," said the President talking about some of the issue that will be discussed at the G8 Summit. "This is a problem we can solve. I laid out an initiative the other day for $1.2 billion to help eradicate the scourges of malaria on the continent of Africa." White House photo by Paul Morse

The signatures of President Bush and Laura Bush are written in the guest book at Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen's summer residence in Marienborg in Kongens Lyngby, Denmark, Wednesday, July 6, 2005. White House photo by Eric Draper