Remembering a Leader The Death of Ronald Reagan

As the country mourned the death of former President Ronald Reagan on June 5, 2004, the FHWA recalled his role in our program. The Democrat served as president from 1977 to 1981, a period beset by economic and diplomatic crises. After leaving the White House with low ... Carter died Dec. 29 at age 100, living so long that two of Thursday's eulogies were written by people who died before him — his vice president, ... By law, former presidents are afforded a state funeral upon their death. While tradition and protocol greatly influence the funeral planning, the exact sequence ... First lady Nancy Reagan stands next to her husband, President Ronald Reagan, as they wave from the steps of Air Force One in December 1981. The ... Prior to his presidency, he was the 33rd Governor of California from 1967 to 1975, following a career as a Hollywood actor and union leader. Raised in a poor ... Celebrate the life of the late President Ronald Reagan with us, right here at his beloved Reagan Library. Join us live as we honor him in ... Ronald Wilson Reagan, former film star who became 40th president, oldest to enter White House, dies at age 93 after living final years in ... Carter died Dec. 29 at age 100, living so long that two of Thursday's eulogies were written by people who died before him — his vice president, ... Who did Jimmy Carter lose his second term to? ... Carter lost his reelection bid in 1980 to the late Ronald Reagan, who became the 40th President ...