Bush Departs Andrews

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Former President George W. Bush and his wife wave farewell to the crowd before their departure from Andrews AFB on Jan 20.

The Commander-in-Chief’s last speech and farewell to all the men and women in uniform took place here, marking the end of one administration and beginning of another.

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