Former President Jimmy Carter's casket arrived in Washington D.C. on Tuesday for a series of events honoring his life and legacy.
Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, passed away on December 29th at the age of 100. His remains were transported from Atlanta to Washington D.C. on Tuesday, where he will lie in state at the U.S. Capitol. On Wednesday, members of Congress will pay their respects. A state funeral will be held at Washington National Cathedral on Thursday. The journey from Atlanta to Washington was marked by military honors, including a fly-over by Air Force One and cannons firing.
Vice President Kamala Harris was among the dignitaries who greeted Carter's casket at the Capitol, where it was placed on the Lincoln catafalque
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