World War II Involvement of Ronald Reagan and George Bush

The video discusses Ronald Reagan and George Bush's experiences during World War II. Reagan, despite his poor eyesight, attempted to join the military but was disqualified from combat roles. He found other ways to serve his country, which influenced his future. Meanwhile, George Bush, eager to serve after Pearl Harbor, became the youngest naval aviator in American history, defying his father's wishes and laying the groundwork for his future leadership.

What was the main reason Ronald Reagan was disqualified from combat roles during World War II?

• He was not a U.S. citizen

• His age was too young

• He had a medical condition

• He had poor eyesight

How did Ronald Reagan plan to serve his country after being disqualified from combat?

• By using his talents in a non-combat role

• By becoming a military strategist

• By joining the Navy

• By working as a war correspondent

What event motivated George Bush to consider enlisting in the military?

• The attack on Pearl Harbor

• The D-Day invasion

• The Battle of Midway

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

Why was George Bush initially ineligible to enlist in the military?

• He was still in high school

• He failed the physical exam

• He was too young

• He was not a U.S. citizen

What role did George Bush choose when he enlisted in the Navy?

• Submarine officer

• Naval aviator

• Military engineer

• Infantry soldier

What was significant about George Bush's role as a naval aviator?

• He flew the longest mission

• He was the youngest naval aviator in American history

• He was the first to fly a jet

• He was the first to receive a medal of honor