The most popular programs for the Ceremony - Foreign Affairs & Defense 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 Thu, 20 Jun 2013 03:34:04 GMT Ceremony - Foreign Affairs & Defense 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 The Armed Forces held a farewell ceremony in Fort Myer's Conmy Hall in honor of the departing commander in chief, President George Walker Bush. President Bush praised the military for their service and efforts in Iraq and Afghanistan during the Bush administration. The ceremony included military honors and a pass in review, as well as remarks by Admiral Mullen and Secretary Gates. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283128-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283128-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Obama participated in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns and gave a Memorial Day address in Memorial Amphitheater. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299772-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299772-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Obama and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Martin Dempsey paid tribute to outgoing Defense Secretary Leon Panetta. The ceremony included members from all of the U.S. Armed Forces as well as performances by the U.S. Army Band. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310896-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310896-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT A retirement ceremony honoring Army General Stanley McChrystal was held on the parade field at Fort McNair, Washington, D.C. Speakers praised General McChrystal for his distinguished career and service to the country. He was also awarded a Distinguished Service Medal during the ceremony. General McChrystal resigned his of command of U.S. forces in Afghanistan, following the publication of disparaging remarks about the president and other officials in an issue of [Rolling Stone]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294723-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294723-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Bush was joined by Defense Department officials and members of the Cabinet to dedicate a memorial to the victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attack on the Pentagon. Following the reading of the names of victims accompanied by a Navy honor guard ringing a bell, President Bush and others spoke about the sacrifice and valor of both the victims and rescue workers who responded to the attack. The ceremony also included several musical tributes, the playing of "taps," and an official viewing of the benches comprising the memorial. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281042-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281042-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Defense Secretary Leon Panetta and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Martin Dempsey honored former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton with the Department of Defense's highest award for public service. Secretary Panetta credited her with inspiring the decision to expand the role of women soldiers in combat. He noted that many of the issues facing Congress today are the same ones he and the secretary dealt with during the Clinton administration and joked about the delays in confirming former Senator Hagel as his successor. The ceremony was held in the Pentagon Auditorium. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311007-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311007-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT During official arrival ceremonies on the South Lawn, President Obama welcomed Mexican President Felipe Calderon to the White House. Ceremonies included a review of the troops, playing of national anthems, a pass in review, and brief remarks by both presidents. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293604-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293604-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Obama awarded the Medal of Honor to Chief Master Sergeant Richard Etchberger for his actions in combat on March 11, 1968, in the country of Laos. He was killed in combat. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295565-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295565-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Members of Congress gathered on the steps of the U.S. Capitol to pay tribute to the victims of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308092-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308092-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT New York political leaders and leaders of several different religions in the U.S. conducted a prayer service in Yankee Stadium for victims and families of those killed or missing in the September 11,2001, terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon. Religious leaders represented Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Sikh, and Hindu faiths. The ceremony also featured both sacred and patriotic music. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/166250-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/166250-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT A ceremony was held at the Pentagon Memorial to honor the memory of those killed there in the September 11, 2001, terrorist attack. This was a private remembrance for the friends and family members of those lost in the terrorist attack and was not open to the general public. The remembrance included a moment of silence and playing of the National Anthem, America the Beautiful, and Amazing Grace. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295419-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295419-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Vice President Joe Biden and others spoke from Victory Base Complex in Baghdad at a ceremony for the change of command and the beginning of "Operation New Dawn." General Raymond Odierno was replaced by Lieutenant General Lloyd Austin as the U.S. combat mission in Iraq officially ended. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295279-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295279-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Former President George H.W. Bush and President George W. Bush participated in the ceremony to commission the Navy's newest nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, USS George H.W. Bush. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283260-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283260-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Survivors and family members of victims of the September 11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center towers gathered for a memorial service commemorating the eleventh anniversary of the event and read the names of victims of the tragedy. The ceremony began with the tolling of bells throughout Manhattan as houses of worship marked the time when the first plane struck the North Tower. The reading of the names was paused six times, to mark the time when each plane hit the towers, the times when each tower fell, and the moments when one plane struck the Pentagon and Flight 93 crashed in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308091-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308091-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Bush presented the nation's highest civilian award, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, to honor 14 individuals for an especially meritorious contribution to the security or national interests of the United States, to world peace, or to cultural or other significant public or private endeavors. The recipients were Muhammad Ali, Carol Burnett, Aretha Franklin, Alan Greenspan, Vincent Cerf and Robert Kahn for designing the language that led to the Internet, Jack Nicklaus, Andy Griffith, Paul Rusesabagina for sheltering hundreds during the Rwandan genocide, Paul Harvey, former Rep. Sonny Montgomery (D-MS), Soviet historian Robert Conquest, retired Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Richard Myers, and Hall of Fame baseball player Frank Robinson. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189856-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189856-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Sergeant First Class Leroy Arthur Petry was awarded the Medal of Honor for his courageous actions during combat operations against an armed enemy in Paktya, Afghanistan, in May 2008. He was the second living, active duty service member to be awarded the Medal of Honor for actions in Iraq or Afghanistan. Following the ceremony he spoke briefly to reporters outside the White House. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300435-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300435-2 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT First ladies Michelle Obama and Laura Bush were the keynote speakers at a ceremony honoring those who died on Flight 93 on September 11, 2001. The ceremony at the future site of the Flight 93 National Memorial was held on the Western Overlook of the crash site. Family members read the list of names of the deceased as bells were rung. The service included a presentation of the colors by the Somerset Volunteer Fire Department and the Laurel Highlands Chorale performed the National Anthem and "You'll Never Walk Alone." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295418-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295418-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Obama laid a wreath at the World Trade Center Memorial to the victims of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299343-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299343-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT A ceremony commemorating Flight 93 on the tenth anniversary of September 11, 2001, was held at the memorial site in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, where United Airlines Flight 93 crashed. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301317-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301317-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Bush participated in a wreath laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns in Arlington National Cemetery. The president and other officials then made remarks at the Arlington National Cemetery Memorial Day Commemoration in the Memorial Amphitheater. The ceremony also included traditional martial music and military honors. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205638-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205638-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Obama laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns to commemorate Memorial Day. Then, he spoke at a remembrance ceremony at the Memorial Amphitheater at Arlington National Cemetery. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312850-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312850-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT A memorial service was held in Statuary Hall to honor Committee on Foreign Affairs Chairman Tom Lantos (D-CA) who died on February 11, 2008, in Bethesda Naval Medical Center in Maryland. Members of his family and dignitaries gave tributes to Representative Lantos. His granddaughter, Mrs. Charity Sunshine Tillemann-Dick, sang. Rabbi Arthur Schneier gave the benediction. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204060-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204060-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT The Heritage Foundation presented its annual Clare Boothe Luce Award to Lady Margaret Thatcher, former prime minister of the United Kingdom, 1979-1990. Vice President Cheney paid tribute to Lady Thatcher. In her acceptance speech, Lady Thatcher talked about the need for conservative values and policy in the fight against terrorism in the world. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174164-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174164-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT The leaders of France and Germany talked about the cooperation and friendship between their two countries. This event marked the fortieth anniversary of the Elysee Treaty, which began the current era of close Franco-German relations. There is a voiceover in English. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174786-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174786-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT On the tenth anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, President and Mrs. Obama laid a wreath at the Pentagon. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301479-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301479-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Bands played, troops marched, flags flew and military weaponry and equipment rolled down Constitution Avenue during the $12 million National Victory Celebration Parade in Washington, DC. The parade, marching before a reviewing stand where the president, vice-president, members of the Cabinet and their spouses watched the proceedings, was the main event in the National Victory Celebration marking the victory of the Persian Gulf war. Stealth bombers, Patriot missiles, tanks, and other military hardware were featured in the parade, as were hundreds of troops from the war. A huge crowd applauded the weapons and troops as they passed down Constitution Avenue. Narration was provided for the parade by Major General Streeter, commanding general for the military district of Washington, and Willard Scott, weatherman and television personality. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/18328-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/18328-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT A memorial service was held for the victims of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City and on the Pentagon in Washington, DC. Live shots were shown of Queen Elizabeth's arrival and of a large crowd of people outside the cathedral. Former prime ministers Margaret Thatcher and John Major and many other British leaders and dignitaries could be seen in the congregation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/166032-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/166032-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT The National Park Service and the U.S. Navy held a joint memorial ceremony commemorating the 69th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor December 7, 1941. The ceremony also dedicated the new Pearl Harbor Visitor Center at the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument, formerly known as the USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center. Assistant Secretary Strickland made the keynote address. The ceremony included colors, the national anthem sung by Jim Nabors, taps, a "missing man" fly over, honors rendered by the USS Chafee, prayers, and the laying of wreaths by Pearl Harbor survivors. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296962-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296962-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Gary Roughead spoke at a ceremony commemorating the 68th anniversary of the Battle of Midway where nine survivors of the battle were honored. More than 1,000 sailors assembled at the Navy Memorial on June 4, 2010, to commemorate the June 4-7, 1942, battle that was the turning point in the Pacific Theatre of World War II. In the battle American aircraft successfully ambushed a Japanese invasion fleet as it sailed to attack the American outpost on the island of Midway. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293894-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293894-1 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT