Former President Jimmy Carter's life was celebrated with two ceremonies in Washington, D.C. and Georgia before he was buried near his wife. The National Funeral Service at Washington National Cathedral was attended by all five living presidents, with President Joe Biden delivering a eulogy that praised Carter's character and legacy. The service concluded with Carter's body being transported to Georgia for a private ceremony at Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains, his hometown.
Former President Jimmy Carter will be buried on Thursday after two ceremonies celebrating his life in Washington, D.C. and in Georgia.For nearly a week, remembrances of the only Georgian to reach the country's top office have taken place across the Peach State and in the nation's capital. True to Carter's nature, Thursday's ceremonies will show his national importance and his love of his hometown. This morning, his remains were taken from the U.S.
The elder Mondale recalled when Carter asked him to be his running mate in 1976, saying he was surprised. In his writings, Monday said that he only requested that he take a leadership role in issues and that he wouldn't be embarrassed like other vice presidents had before. Carter agreed wholeheartedly."Carter was far-sighted.
JIMMY CARTER FUNERAL PLAINS GEORGIA WASHINGTON D.C. PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN Rosalynn CARTER THE CARTER CENTER
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