In a moving moment before his departure from Hanoi, President Joe Biden embarked on a touching visit to the John Sidney McCain III Memorial, a poignant tribute to the late Arizona Republican senator who lost his battle with brain cancer in 2018.
At the memorial, nestled near the serene Truc Bach Lake, where McCain’s plane met tragedy during the Vietnam War in 1967, President Biden didn’t hold back his emotions. “I miss him. He was a good friend,” the President shared on Monday, his voice tinged with nostalgia, standing in the shadow of history.
Standing alongside President Biden during this solemn occasion were fellow veterans and distinguished figures, U.S. climate envoy John Kerry and Secretary of State Antony Blinken. A moment of shared silence and reflection followed, marked by President Biden’s bowed head, a gesture that spoke volumes.
In a touching display of respect, President Biden made a point to extend his gratitude to the military personnel who guard the memorial. He personally greeted the Marine and Navy officers stationed on either side, leaving behind one of his command coins as a heartfelt token of his visit, as confirmed by the White House.
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The President’s visit to the John McCain Memorial held deep personal significance. In his own heartfelt words, “It was important to me.” This sentiment underscores the enduring friendship and shared history between the two statesmen.
The bond between President Biden and Senator McCain was forged in the 1970s, back when they both played significant roles in the nation’s capital. During that time, Biden was a senator, and McCain served as a Navy Senate liaison. Biden frequently sought McCain’s wisdom before engaging in critical discussions with foreign leaders.
