Images of President Obama's farewell speech

(Baonghean.vn) - US President Barack Obama today gave a farewell speech in his hometown of Chicago. This was an opportunity for him to thank Americans for standing by him during his two terms in office and also a call to action for the next generation of leaders.

President Obama waves as he, First Lady Michelle and daughter Sasha leave the White House to board a flight to Chicago. Photo: Reuters.

Air Force One carrying President Obama's family landed in Chicago on the evening of January 10. Photo: Telegraph.

Crowds of people gathered on the sidewalk in Hype Park hoping to catch a glimpse of President Obama. Photo: Chicago Tribune

The auditorium where Mr. Obama spoke. Photo: AFP.

Several VIP guests were also present at the ceremony. Photo: Chicago Tribune

People wait in the cold outside where Mr Obama will speak. Photo: Reuters.

Fans stand at the windows of a home on 53rd Street in Hyde Park to watch President Barack Obama's motorcade pass by. Photo: Chicago Tribune

Supporters of President Obama sit in the audience inside the McCormick Convention Center in Chicago before the official farewell speech ceremony begins. Photo: Chicago Tribune

Artists perform before Obama's speech. Photo: AP.

Mr. Obama appeared in the auditorium. Photo: Reuters.

Mr. Obama waved to the crowd before starting his speech. Photo: Reuters.

The speech focused on hope and change - themes that helped him win the election. Photo: Twitter.

“America is a better, stronger place than when we started,” Obama said, listing the achievements of his administration, including same-sex marriage, the Iran deal and the killing of terrorist Osama bin Laden. Photo: Twitter.

The audience listened attentively to Mr. Obama's speech. Photo: AFP.

Vice President Joe Biden (left) and his wife, First Lady Michelle Obama and their daughter listen to the speech. Photo: Reuters.

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