Washington, USA – The funeral service for former US Vice President Dick Cheney began this morning, Thursday, at the Washington National Cathedral.
Amid a large official presence of prominent political figures
from successive Republican administrations.
The cathedral is one of the most important religious
and official landmarks in the United States.
It often hosts funerals for prominent figures in the country.
Eulogies
The ceremony will include eulogies delivered by former US President George W. Bush.
Cheney served as his vice president for eight years during his two terms.
In his speech, Bush is expected to revisit the most important milestones of their working partnership.
Especially during the period following the September 11 attacks and the War on Terror.
Liz Cheney, the late father’s daughter and former congresswoman, also delivered a farewell speech.
It reviews his political role and his decades-long career within American government institutions.
Cheney’s Descendants… Private Messages
Cheney’s grandchildren are also scheduled to participate in the ceremony, via private messages.
It reflects the family and personal side of the life of a man
who held sensitive positions in the Department of Defense, Congress, and the White House.
The ceremony is taking place amid extensive media coverage,
with several American networks broadcasting the event live.
This is due to Cheney’s significant influence on foreign policy
and national security over the past decades.
Controversial figure
Cheney is considered one of the most controversial figures in modern American political history.
Especially with regard to his role in the Iraq War
and the formulation of national security policies.
American media outlets continue to broadcast the funeral proceedings live.
With the transmission of moments of arrival of official figures,
words of condolence, and scenes of farewell from family and loved ones.
