In pictures: Fusilier Lee Rigby full military funeral
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A full military funeral has been held for Fusilier Lee Rigby, the soldier killed in Woolwich, south-east London, in May.
Members of Fusilier Rigby's regiment, the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers, marched through the high street for the funeral service at Bury Parish Church, Greater Manchester.
Prime Minister David Cameron arrived at the funeral with London Mayor Boris Johnson.
Thousands of other mourners gathered at the church to pay their respects
Among those outside were hundreds of serving and former soldiers in their regimental ties, blazers and caps, wearing their campaign medals.
The soldier's family, who were greeted by applause as they arrived at the church, have thanked people "across the world" for their "overwhelming support".
Bugler Dan Griffith played the last post outside Woolwich Barracks in memory of Fusilier Rigby as his funeral took place.
Fusilier Lee Rigby's son, two-year-old Jack, wore a t-shirt paying tribute to his "hero" father.
The family followed the coffin as it left the church before a private burial at Middleton Cemetery.
- Published12 July 2013
- Published12 July 2013