Jimmy Carter’s state funeral to be held at Washington National Cathedral
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A national day of mourning will be held on January 9 for Jimmy Carter following the former US president’s death aged 100. A state funeral - traditionally reserved for heads of state – is expected to take place on the same date at Washington National Cathedral.
President Joe Biden, due to deliver a eulogy, ordered all flags across America to fly at half-mast for 30 days. The New York Times, citing organisers, reports events celebrating Carter’s life will begin at the end of this week and last eight days. Carter, a former peanut farmer, served one term in the White House between 1977 and 1981 and spent his post-presidency years as a global humanitarian, winning the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.
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In a message to the American people, King Charles expressed “great sadness” at the news of his death, describing him as “a committed public servant” who “devoted his life to promoting peace and human rights”. He added: “His dedication and humility served as an inspiration to many, and I remember with great fondness his visit to the United Kingdom in 1977.
“My thoughts and prayers are with President Carter’s family and the American people at this time.”. Praising a “lifelong dedication to peace”, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer added: “Motivated by his strong faith and values, President Carter redefined the post-presidency with a remarkable commitment to social justice and human rights at home and abroad.”.
