Hundreds of guests have attended the funeral Mass for Senator Edward Kennedy in Boston.
Four past and present presidents attended the Mass in the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Basilica.
President Obama touched the casket and hugged Senator Kennedy's widow, Vicki, after delivering a moving eulogy to his "mentor".
Ted Kennedy Jr kisses the casket after an emotional tribute. "My father taught me that even our most profound losses are survivable."
The tributes emphasised not only Senator Kennedy's political life but also his role at the heart of the Kennedy family.
Daughter Kara Kennedy Allen was one of the many family members to speak.
Jean Kennedy Smith, Edward's sister, also attended the funeral. At 81, she is now the sole survivor of the famous siblings.
After the funeral Senator Kennedy's coffin was flown to Washington, where a short prayer service took place at the steps of the US Capitol.
Senator Kennedy was then buried at Arlington National Cemetery close to his two assassinated brothers.
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