The most popular programs for the Ceremony type. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?browse=format&id=17 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Wed, 22 May 2013 01:04:51 GMT Ceremony President Obama participated in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns and then spoke during a Memorial Day observance program at Arlington National Cemetery. In his remarks he praised the sacrifice of military personnel who had given their lives in several wars and recognized the sacrifice of the families gathered to remember more recent victims of conflict in Iraq and Afghanistan. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286572-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286572-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Several awards were presented for outstanding coverage of the White House. Mr. Walsh talked about the organization's activities during the past year and Mr. Leubsdorf, the new president, talked about its activities for the upcoming year. Then Mr. O'Brien entertained the guests. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/64831-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/64831-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT On the tenth anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, the National September 11 Memorial was dedicated. It pays tribute to the nearly 3,000 people killed in the terror attacks of September 11, 2001, at the World Trade Center site, near Shanksville, Pa., and at the Pentagon, as well as the six people killed in the 1993 World Trade Center bombing. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301315-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301315-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT The National Endowment for Democracy presented the Dalai Lama with the Democracy Service Medal in recognition of the Tibetan spiritual leader's commitment to advancing the principles of democracy and human dignity. The Dalai Lama in his remarks talked about the history of the struggles of the Tibetan people in the past 50 years. He also reviewed how he came to believe in an "open" versus "authoritarian" society - particularly Indian democracy versus Chinese communism. Following his acceptance speech, he responded to questions from audience members. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292175-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292175-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Obama spoke at the Medal of Freedom ceremony. In his comments about the posthumous award to Nazi resistance fighter Jan Karski the president referred to "Polish death camps," which later caused controversy between U.S. and Polish diplomats. Other honorees for 2012 were Secretary of State Madeleine Albright; astronaut John Glenn; musician Bob Dylan; Israeli President Shimon Peres; Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens; University of Tennessee women's basketball coach Pat Summit; novelist Toni Morrison; Girl Scouts founder Juliette Gordon Low; civil rights attorney John Doar; Dr. Willam Foege, who helped lead the effort to eradicate smallpox; Dolores Huerta, co-founder of the National Farmworkers Association; and Gordon Hirabayashi, who fought the internment of Japanese-Americans in World War II. The Medal of Freedom is America's highest civilian award and was created by executive order in 1963 by President John. F. Kennedy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306291-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306291-2 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Funeral service honoring the life and legacy of civil rights leader Dr. Dorothy I. Height was held. Dr. Height, who was chair and president emerita of the National Council of Negro Women, died at the age of 98 on Tuesday, April 20, 2010. President Obama delivered the eulogy. The television signal was lost briefly near the end of the program after the funeral had concluded. Coverage continued as the coffin was moved to a hearse. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293240-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293240-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT First Lady Barbara Bush received a delivery of broccoli from California growers as part of a larger donation to Washington, DC food banks. The presentation was made after President Bush stated he did not like broccoli. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11760-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/11760-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Vice President Biden held a ceremonial swearing-in ceremony with newly-elected and re-elected senators. The event happens at the start of each Congress in the Old Senate Chamber. The official swearing-in ceremony took place earlier in the Senate chambers on the opening day of the 113th Congress. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310193-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310193-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT The annual Veterans Day observance was held at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296532-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296532-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Reagan welcomed General Secretary Gorbachev during an official ceremony on the White House South Lawn prior to the U.S.-Soviet summit. President Reagan and General Secretary Gorbachev both offered their hopes for the summit and expressed their strong desire to achieve results. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/645-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/645-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT In their first appearance at the White House since the George W. Bush presidency, Former President and First Lady Laura Bush attended the official unveiling of their portraits to be hung in the White House. President Obama, in remarks that were sometimes humorous, thanked the former president for his assistance and encouragement during the transition between administrations, saying, "We may have our differences politically, but the presidency transcends those differences." He also mentioned President Bush's "strength and resolve" in the first days following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306331-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306331-2 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Salvatore Giunta was awarded the Medal of Honor for putting himself in the line of fire to save two comrades. He is the first living veteran of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq to receive the United States' highest military decoration, and the first since the Vietnam War. President Obama in his remarks spoke about the ongoing mission in Afghanistan, saying the medal is a testament not only to Sergeant Giunta's bravery but also "all the men and women who served by his side." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296590-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296590-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT In a religious funeral service for President Reagan current and former world leaders and U.S. presidents gathered to pay their respects. Eulogies were given by former President George H.W. Bush, former Canadian Prime Minister Mulrooney former British Prime Minister Thatcher, and President George W. Bush. The program began with the entry of the casket and the family into the vestibule of the cathedral. The program includes scenes of guests leaving the cathedral after the casket and the family departed. The program concludes with a split screen of the interior of the cathedral where the final music is being played and scenes of the honor guard assembling at Andrews Air Force Base. Lady Thatcher's remarks were pre-recorded on video due to health concerns. The service was one of several official ceremonies that paid tribute to the former president with full military honors, musical selections and traditional hymns. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182165-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182165-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Past and present elected officials, Congressional Black Caucus members, civil rights leaders, noted clergy, and other dignitaries attended the funeral of Rosa Parks, who died October 24, 2005 at age 92. Reverend Jesse Jackson delivered the eulogy, while other participants, including former President Bill Clinton, paid tribute to Ms. Parks' legacy as a civil rights leader and her life as an example of perseverance. In often rousing remarks, participants also talked about the current state of race relations, the plight of minority groups in America, and the aspirations of the black community. The church had a capacity of 4,000 people, and was one of Detroit's largest. Several soloists and choral groups of local and national renown performed at the ceremony. Rosa Parks was later entombed in a mausoleum in Detroit's Woodlawn Cemetery. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189704-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189704-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Vice President Joe Biden, former Presidents George W. Bush and Bill Clinton, and other government officials praised the passengers and crew of Flight 93, which was one of four planes highjacked by members of the al-Qaida terrorist network. Several passengers aboard the aircraft fought with the highjackers, who intended to crash the plane into a Washington, D.C., building. The plane instead crashed in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, due to the actions of the passengers on board the flight. After the event dignitaries spoke informally with the relatives of the victims and other members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301318-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301318-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Members of the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs) received the Congressional Gold Medal for their service in World War II. The corps of female pilots was created in 1942 to fly military planes in the U.S. so that male military pilots were available for combat service and duties. The ceremony, which was held in Emancipation Hall of the Capitol Visitor Center, included the presentation of the colors and the singing of the national anthem. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292460-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292460-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Bush and three former presidents, national politicians, as well as civil rights and religious leaders paid tribute to the life and memory of Coretta Scott King at a funeral service held at the New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Georgia. They talked about her contributions to the civil rights movement, efforts on behalf of minorities, and marriage to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Mrs. King's daughter Bernice, a minister, gave the eulogy, saying her mother "was not just a national figure, she was a global leader." Poet Maya Angelou and the Kings' three other children also attended the service. Some speeches were later highlighted in news media reports for their political overtones and criticisms of President Bush. The service featured musical performances by Stevie Wonder, Michael Bolton, and Bebe and Cece Winans. The New Birth Total Praise Choir sang some of Mrs. King's favorite gospel songs, including "Amazing Grace." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191101-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191101-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Newly elected or re-elected senators posed with their families and the vice president for a photo opportunity depicting a swearing-in ceremony in the Old Senate Chamber. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297335-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297335-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT At the dedication of the Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial on the national mall, participants spoke about the legacy of the Reverend King and the civil rights movement. This program does not contain a video presentation of Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" speech. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302020-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302020-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT The Sojourner Truth bust was unveiled in the Capitol Visitor Center Emancipation Hall. She is the first black woman to be honored with a bust at the U.S. Capitol. Sojourner Truth was born into slavery in 1797. She escaped in 1827 and became a leader in promoting the abolition of slavery and women's voting rights. Cicely Tyson re-enacted Sojourner Truth's most famous speech, delivered to a women's convention in 1851. The prelude was sung by Lomax Spaulding, Dorinda Clarke Cole and Yolanda Adams. After the presenation of the colors, Yolanda Pelzer sang the national anthem. Students from the Ron Clark Academy also performed. The program opened with a video clip of Nell Irvin Painter being interviewed on the "Writings of Sojourner Truth" program on April 30, 2001. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285528-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285528-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Vice President Joe Biden and others spoke to survivors of fallen military members. Speaking extemporaneously, the vice president recounted the difficulty of dealing with the death of his wife and daughter in a car accident in the early seventies. He said it was the first time he could understand how someone would consciously decide to commit suicide. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306246-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306246-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Aung San Suu Kyi was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in honor of her leadership and steadfast commitment to human rights and for promoting freedom, peace and democracy in her home country of Myanmar (Burma). Speakers included House and Senate leaders, Secretary of State Clinton, and former First Lady Laura Bush. Aung San Suu Kyi was a leader in her country's 1988 uprising, and elected prime minister in 1990. The military junta, however, would not cede power, and she was placed under house arrest for a total of 15 years; the final release happened in 2010. She was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1991. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308271-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308271-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT At a groundbreaking ceremony for the new National Museum of African American History and Culture speakers included President Obama, the museum's director, the secretary of the Smithsonian Institute, Representative John Lewis (D-GA) and former First Lady Laura Bush. The event featured musical performances by Denyce Graves, Thomas Hampson, jazz pianist Jason Moran, Stanley Thurston and the Heritage Signature Chorale, Howard University Jazz ensemble-Afro Blue, Madrigal Singers of St. Albans and the National Cathedral Schools, and U.S. Navy Band. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304542-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304542-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT The British Broadcasting Corporation provided live coverage of the funeral of Diana, Princess of Wales, who died in an automobile accident in Paris one week ago. Following a procession through the streets of London, the funeral service was held in Westminster Abbey. The funeral service featured a tribute from Mr. John, a eulogy by Diana's brother, Mr. Spencer, and poetry readings from Diana's sisters. Prime Minister Blair read scripture from the Bible. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/90558-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/90558-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Members of Congress held a Congressional Gold Medal ceremony to honor Japanese-American veterans of the 100th Infantry Battalion and the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, as well as the Military Intelligence Service. These units were recognized for dedicated service during World War II. House Speaker Boehner made opening remarks followed by the presentation of colors, national anthem, and invocation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302459-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302459-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger of Germany led a traditional liturgical funeral mass for Pope John Paul II in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican. Following the arrival of dignitaries and celebrants, the Pope's simple cypress coffin was placed on the steps outside Saint Peter's Basilica where mass was delivered in several languages including Italian, Polish, German, and Latin. Portions of the mass, including Cardinal Ratzinger's homily on the late Pope's life and influence, were translated into English with a voiceover. The Sistine Choir sang throughout the service, which ended with pall bearers turning the coffin toward the crowd and the crowd shouting cheers of respect and "Saint John Paul" in Italian. The official U.S. delegation included President and Mrs. George W. Bush, former President Bill Clinton, former President George H. W. Bush, and Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice. Other dignitaries included heads of state, diplomats, and leaders of several faiths. The crowd of faithful gathered in the square and around Rome for both the mass and the public viewing in the days before the ceremony was estimated at several million people. The television coverage was provided by Vatican TV, including commentary in English by Archbishop John Foley (originally from Philadelphia), president of the Pontifical Council for Social Communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186189-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186189-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT The Defense Department held a retirement ceremony for General David Petraeus, who was to become director of the Central Intelligence Agency. General Petraeus served as the top commander in Iraq and Afghanistan, and also led the military's Central Command. During his remarks about General Petraeus, Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Mike Mullen said that General Petraeus had left Afghanistan "more secure and hopeful" than a year ago. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301308-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301308-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Vice President Biden was officially sworn-in on Sunday, January 20, 2013, at his residence on the grounds of the Naval Observatory by Justice Sonya Sotomayor. Historically, Inaugural Ceremonies are not held on a Sunday because Courts and other public institutions are not open. Public ceremonies were scheduled the next day at the U.S. Capitol. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310492-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310492-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Obama and Vice President Biden delivered eulogies at a memorial service for the 29 coal miners killed in an explosion that occurred on April 5, 2010, in the Upper Big Branch Mine in Montcoal, West Virginia. Senator Rockefeller also spoke, and Representative Rahall spoke on behalf of his colleagues, Representatives Mollohan and Capito, who were also present. Governor Manchin presided. West Virginia first lady Gayle Manchin read the name of each miner as his family entered the room. The service included posting of the colors by the West Virginia National Guard, The National Anthem performed by Randall Reid-Smith, "Angels Watching Over Me" performed by the Trap Hill Middle School Choir, "Amazing Grace" performed by Appalachian Bible College's pianist Michelle Hontz, "Go Rest High on That Mountain" performed by Matthew Jones, and "This Light of Mine" performed by the Martin Luther King, Jr. Male Chorus. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293173-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293173-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT A funeral was held for Eunice Kennedy Shriver, sister of John F. Kennedy. Speakers included her daughter Maria Shriver, her grandchildren, and Special Olympics Athlete and longtime friend Loretta Claiborne. Eunice Shriver founded the Special Olympics in 1968. Also in attendance were Vice President Joe Biden, Oprah Winfrey, and singer Stevie Wonder. Mrs. Shriver's brother Senator Edward Kennedy did not attend the service held at the Saint Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church in Hyannis, Massachusetts. The on-line presentation begins just as the service was underway and does not include the procession with the Special Olympics Torch being carried into the church by Special Olympians and law enforcement officers, followed by the hearse with Mrs. Shriver's casket, and the family walking behind it. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288375-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288375-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Obama military leaders, and clergy delivered remarks at a memorial service for the 13 people killed in a shooting at Fort Hood, Texas on November 4. President Obama praised the victims for their service and said that the legacy of the dead will live beyond their "incomprehensible" slayings. The boots, helmets and rifles and service photographs of the slain soldiers were lined up before the podium where President Obama spoke, and family members of the dead wore white ribbons as they were escorted to seats at the ceremony. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289929-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289929-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT A wake was held for R. Sargent Shriver Jr. who died on January 18, 2011. Mr. Shriver, who was married to President John F. Kennedy's sister Eunice, was the first director of the Peace Corps and the U.S. ambassador to France from 1968 to 1970. He served as the first director of the Office of Economic Opportunity in the Lyndon Johnson administration, developing the Job Corps and Head Start. He was George McGovern's running mate in the 1972 presidential election. Speakers included his children, House Minority Whip Steny Hoyer, 1972 Democratic presidential nominee George McGovern, and Bill Moyers. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297657-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297657-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Vice President Joe Biden presided at the annual wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns. Following the ceremony, dignitaries and officials spoke in the Arlington National Cemetery Amphitheater about the mission of the Legion of Valor and the operation of the Department of Veterans affairs. Vice President Biden then spoke about the sacrifices made by several generations of veterans, and called on the nation to vigoriously support veterans causes as a "sacred obligation." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296531-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296531-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Events surrounding the funeral of Coretta Scott King were shown. Ms. King's casket arrived at the Georgia State Capitol Rotunda in Atlanta. Members of the public paid respect to the civil rights leader and wife of Martin Luther King, Jr. Coretta Scott King died on January 30, 2006 after suffering a stroke and a mild heart attack. The public viewing was held in the rotunda until 8 pm EST. The funeral was to be held at noon EST at the New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Lithonia, Georgia. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191064-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191064-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Vice President Joe Biden participated in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns and delivered a Memorial Day address in Memorial Amphitheater. Additional speakers included Admiral Mike Mullen and William J. Lynn. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293807-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293807-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT C-SPAN's coverage of the White House State Dinner in honor of British Prime Minister David Cameron included guest arrivals, official toasts, and footage from previous events during his official visit to the United States. Mark Mardell of the BBC was also interviewed about the significance of the prime minister's visit. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304898-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304898-3 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Ceremonies marking the 144th observance of Memorial Day at Arlington National Cemetery included a Presidential Armed Forces Full Honor Wreath-Laying Ceremony as President Obama laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns. This was followed by a remembrance program, hosted by the Department of Defense, in the Memorial Amphitheater. The ceremony included colors and music as well as remarks by President Obama. After the ceremony scenes included the Korean War Memorial. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306232-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306232-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT A groundbreaking ceremony for the new George W. Bush Presidential Center was held on the Southern Methodist University campus. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296596-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296596-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Former first lady Pat Nixon was eulogized in a funeral ceremony in the garden outside the Richard M. Nixon Presidential Library. Former presidents Richard Nixon, Ronald Reagan and Gerald Ford attended the ceremony. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/45038-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/45038-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT The annual Memorial Day observance held at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. included a proclamation to begin the national commemoration of the Vietnam War's 50th anniversary. President Obama and other dignitaries made remarks. The ceremony, co-hosted by the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund and the National Park Service, included wreath-layings by patriotic organizations, presentation and retirement of the colors, and music by the U.S. Marine Band and Army Chorus. The invocation included a message from the Reverend Billy Graham. The presidential proclamation was read by Medal of Honor recipient Brian Thacker. Tom Selleck was the master of ceremony. This ceremony marked the 50th anniversary of the beginning of the Vietnam War and the start of 13 years of commemoration of those who served in that war. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306239-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306239-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Obama and other dignitaries gathered at Arlington National Cemetery for the annual ceremony honoring the nation's veterans. The president laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns before proceeding to the nearby amphitheater where he, Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki, and others addressed military personnel, dignitaries, and veterans at a ceremony which included music and the parade of colors. In his remarks. the president talked about the nation's obligation to help returning veterans transition back into civilian life. He also noted that this Veterans Day was the first in a decade in which no American troops were "fighting and dying in Iraq." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309364-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309364-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Coverage of the funeral of Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, was shown. She died March 30, 2002 at the age of 101. Coverage included the arrival of dignitaries and the funeral services at Westminster Abbey and was anchored by the BBC's David Dimbleby. First Lady Laura Bush led the U.S. delegation to the services. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/169494-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/169494-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT A "celebration of life" memorial service was held for Senator Robert Byrd at the West Virginia State Capitol. Presidents Obama, Clinton and Vice President Biden, along with dignitaries, spoke at the service. During the eulogy, President Obama noted, "He was my friend, that is how I will remember him." The service included blue grass music, a singalong to John Denver's "Take Me Home, Country Roads," patriotic tunes performed by a military band, and a bagpipe rendition of "Amazing Grace." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294355-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294355-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT NBC footage of President Johnson's funeral was shown. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182212-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182212-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT A funeral service was held for former Alaska Senator Ted Stevens, who died in a plane crash in Alaska on August 9, 2010. He was 86. Eulogists included Vice President Joe Biden, senators, and several prominent clergy from Anchorage. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295087-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295087-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT A "celebration of life" memorial service was held for Senator Edward Kennedy at the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum. The service was a private ceremony to honor Senator Kennedy and his love of family and friends, his passion for life and his commitment to public service. The ceremony also included some of Senator Kennedy's favorite music. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288589-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288589-2 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT During official arrival ceremonies on the South Lawn, President Obama welcomed British Prime Minister David Cameron to the White House. Ceremonies included a review of the troops, playing of national anthems, and brief remarks by both leaders. Each spoke about the strong alliance and common values and interests between the two nations. They also traded quips about the anniversary of the War of 1812, with President Obama saying, "It's now been 200 years since the British came here to the White House...they really lit up the place." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304898-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304898-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT During official arrival ceremonies on the South Lawn, President Obama welcomed German Chancellor Angela Merkel to the White House. Ceremonies included a review of the troops, playing of national anthems, a 19-gun salute, and brief remarks by both leaders about the U.S.-Germany relationship. Afterward, President Obama and Chancellor Merkel greeted school children and other public attendees. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299909-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299909-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT President and Mrs. Obama participated in a ceremony for the 2009 recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. President Obama praised the recipients and presented the Presidential Medal of Freedom to the honorees as their citations were read. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the nation's highest civilian award and recognizes exceptional meritorious service. The recipients were: Nancy Goodman Brinker; Pedro Jose Greer, Jr., M.D.; Stephen Hawking; Jack Kemp (posthumous); Senator Edward Kennedy; Billie Jean King; Sidney Poitier; Sandra Day O'Connor; Harvey Milk (posthumous); Chita Rivera; Mary Robinson; Janet Davison Rowley; Desmond Tutu; Muhammad Yunus; Reverend Joseph Lowery; and Joseph Medicine Crow http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288337-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288337-2 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Former First Lady Betty Ford's funeral service was held at Grace Episcopal Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Speakers included Lynne Cheney, the wife of former Vice President Dick Cheney, and presidential historian Richard Norton Smith. Former President Bill Clinton, former First Lady Barbara Bush, and former Vice President Cheney were also in attendance. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300520-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300520-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT