Bob Dole, WWII veteran and three-time presidential candidate, dead at age 98

December 07, 2021

Bob Dole, a decorated veteran who overcame near-fatal wounds in World War II to become a respected Senator and three-time Republican presidential candidate, died on Sunday. Former Senator Bob Dole passed away at 98. Senator Bob Dole bows his head during a prayer at the National Memorial Day Observance held at Arlington National Cemetery. Former U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elizabeth Dole (left) and her husband, former Senator Bob Dole (right). Former Senator Bob Dole discusses Election 2000 on NBC’s ”Meet the Press” November 19, 2000 in Washington.