Presidential Funerals: From Private Family Affairs To Major National Events
Presidential Funerals: From Private Family Affairs To Major National Events
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George Washington set the tradition for the early presidents with a small, private burial at his estate. Today, the funerals are meticulously planned years in advance by a large military task force.