Senator Edward Kennedy funeral procession–Downtown Washington, DC

On Saturday, August 29, 2009, Senator Edward Kennedy’s funeral procession traveled slowly through downtown Washington on its way to Arlington National Cemetery. I had the opportunity to capture these images as it passed along Constitution Avenue near 14th Street. A sizeable crowd of people wanting to pay their respects had gathered in this area which is near the Washington Monument. A thunderstorm was threatening and the hour was growing late, but the crowd wanted patiently. They waved and politely clapped as the motorcade passed.

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Hearse carrying Sen. Kennedy as well wishers applaud his life and legacy
Hearse carrying Sen. Kennedy as well wishers applaud his life and legacy
Kennedy family members of different generations, show regard and gratitude for the public.
Kennedy family members show regard and gratitude for the public.
Family members reaching out to acknowledge public
Family members reaching out to acknowledge public
Kennedy processional passes Washington Monument near White House.
Kennedy processional passes Washington Monument near White House.

Published by Lonnie

Lonnie Dawkins is a fine arts photographer in the Washington, DC area. His focus is portraits, portfolios, and events.

One thought on “Senator Edward Kennedy funeral procession–Downtown Washington, DC

  1. Good Evening.As so today I’ve got to think about the death of the Senator Edward Kennedy. I’m fan nunber one of this strong Family. I was a child when the President Kennedy was killed in 1963 I stand in the school either when I can read in a brazilian newspaper your dead. Im Sorry.In the name of my Family our sincerely condolences.I will pray in the holy mass tomorrow at your souls Edward and John Kennedy.

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