The crowd gave a mighty cheer, then began to disperse. Then, suddenly, Parliament’s doors swung open, the Prime Minister and the President greeted the throng, entered their limousines, and the motorcade drove slowly away. My wife, Frances, and I stood midst the milling crowd. Uniformed policemen maintained order while famous Big Ben chimed its proud and clarion call which marked the appointed hour. Crowds gathered for the occasion, filled the streets and overflowed the nearby park. The President of the United States of America had arrived in Great Britain and soon would be addressing Parliament. A spirit of excitement permeated the very air and filled expectant hearts with keen anticipation. Tuesday, June 8, 1982, dawned bright and clear in London, England.
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