The Funeral Of President Ronald Wilson Reagan
1911-2004
Interment held on June 11, 2004
in Simi Valley, California
Click here to download exclusive F.A.P. video coverage of the Presidential Motorcade
The video images were captured from atop an LA County Fire engine as the motorcade passed by
Ventura County Fire Station #50. It's about two and a half minutes long and
includes a fantastic view of the entire procession.
Scroll down to view still images
An American flag blows high above the roadway,
draped between two fire department aerial ladders.
Members of several Southern California Fire Departments came to pay their respects.
Members of the public safety family and the public lined the entire twenty five mile route of the procession.
The motorcade was escorted by the California Highway Patrol
The hearse carrying the remains of the President.
A portion of the flag-draped casket can be seen through the window.
All in attendance showed their support and respect as the procession passed by.
A brief glimpse of Mrs. Reagan and her children, as well as an unintended self-portrait of the photographer.
American flags were abundant throughout the crowd.
Firefighters climb high above the roadway to lower the flag following the procession.
Four Navy F-18 fighters fly over the Reagan Library as private services are held.
One fighter pulls off as the "Missing Man" formation passes over the Library.
The Reagan Library can be seen on a hilltop below as the lone fighter soars skyward.
Ronald Wilson Reagan
1911-2004
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