Bush family

Originating in Columbus, Ohio, the Bush family in the 20th century became an accomplished political family in the United States. In January 2005, The Economist described the Bush family as the most successful political dynasty in U.S. history.

Connections to other prominent families

Spencer family connections

The current Bush family is believed to be descended from the Spencer family that produced Diana, Princess of Wales, which would make George W. Bush a 17th cousin to Prince William of Wales.

Related Topics:
Spencer family - Diana, Princess of Wales - George W. Bush - Prince William of Wales

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Pierce family connections

Franklin Pierce (1804-1869), the 14th President of the United States, is related to Barbara Bush (née Pierce), the wife of George H.W. Bush (the 41st) and the mother of George W. Bush (the 43rd).

Related Topics:
Franklin Pierce - Barbara Bush - Née - George H.W. Bush - George W. Bush

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Kerry family connections

Edmund Reade (1563-1623) married Elizabeth Cooke (before 1578 - about 1637). They had two daughters: Margaret (1598-1672) and Elizabeth (1615-1672). Margaret is a direct lineal ancestor of George W. Bush and Elizabeth is a direct lineal ancestor of John Forbes Kerry, Bush's opponent in the 2004 U.S. Presidental election. Bush and Kerry are eighth cousins. (from Ancestry.com)

Related Topics:
George W. Bush - John Forbes Kerry

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