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Inaugural History ... From the first Inauguration of George Washington, in New York City, in 1789, to today, as we prepare for the 56th quadrennial Presidential Inauguration, the swearing-in ceremony represents both national renewal and continuity of leadership.
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The tradition of attending a morning worship service on Inauguration Day began with Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1933. ... There have been 54 formal Presidential Inaugural ceremonies, held at over 10 different locations. ... Home > History > Days Events >
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inaugural.senate.gov/history/daysevents/
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The First Inauguration ... Modern Inaugural festivities reflect not only the President they honor, but also the desire to include the many Americans who want to take part in celebrating our nation’s rich history and the transfer of presidential power.
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clinton4.nara.gov/textonly/WH/Family/html/inauguration_...
clinton4.nara.gov/textonly/WH/Family/html/inauguration_history.html
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Inauguration Day, Thursday, January 20, from 7-10 am EST. ... The History of Presidential Inaugurations Is Celebrated with Exhibition at Library of Congress ... The Library of Congress > News Releases > History of Presidential Inaugurations Exhibition...
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A guide to the changing history and traditions of the US presidential inauguration ceremony. ... In 1841, William Henry Harrison defied a driving ice storm for 90 minutes to deliver the longest inauguration speech in history. ... The 55th US Presidential Inauguration...
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Walk step-by-step through the presidential inauguration. Learn about the inaugural events and their history. ... Presidential Inaugurations - History and Events ... Morning Worship Service - Presidential Inauguration...
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Presidential Inaugurations: Invitations and Tickets in the U.S. ... The inauguration of the president and vice president of the United States is a cyclical, regularly scheduled event held every four years. The ceremony is a tradition which dates back to George Washington, and represents the peaceful transfer ... Oral History...
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www.senate.gov/artandhistory/art/presidential_inaugurations/presidential_inauguration_introduction.htm
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History Made Every Day™ ... In February 1789, all 69 presidential electors unanimously chose Washington to be the first U.S. president. In March, the new U.S. constitution officially took effect, and in April Congress formally sent word to Washington that he had won the presidency.
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www.history.com/this-day-in-history.do?action=Article&id=4961
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But inaugurations haven't always been as straightforward as history's weight might imply. Along with jubilation, there have been frosty car rides, naked protesters, White House riots, and even, for one unfortunate president, a fatal onset of pneumonia. ... Tags: Inauguration | Washington, DC | history...
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www.usnews.com/articles/news/obama/2008/12/17/presidential-inauguration-history-from-grand-to-fatal-to-downright-awkward.html
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