The funeral will take place later of Neil Armstrong, the astronaut who was the first man to walk on the Moon.

Described by President Obama as the “greatest of American heroes” – the 82 year old died on Saturday.

A private service is due to take place in Cincinnati in Ohio.

He’s expected to be honoured with a national memorial service, at a later date.

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