Watch Pope Benedict's final moments in the Vatican

by Pam Hackenmiller

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In a few moments, Pope Benedict XVI will board a helicopter for Castel Gandolfo, the pope's usual summer residence.

The Vatican is live-streaming the event. Watch it here.

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