BBC: Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair has received the United States' highest civil award - the Medal of Freedom - at a ceremony in Washington.
A week before he leaves office, President George W Bush bestowed the honour on Mr Blair for his work to "improve the lives of citizens".
The president praised Mr Blair and thanked him for his "staunch" support for the US after the attacks of 9/11.
Mr Blair's spokesman said the medal was a "great honour". >>> | Tuesday, January 13, 2009
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