| INAUGURATION | ||
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| This clip is not available for streaming at this time. Please contact WPA. | Tape Master: | 1680 |
| Catalog #: | 363775 | |
| Clip Number: | 363775-1 | |
| Orginal Film: | 034-008-01 | |
| Timecode: | 00:45:44 - 00:51:42 | |
| Location: | WASHINGTON D.C. | |
| Year Shot: | 1961 (Actual Year) | |
| Audio: | Yes | |
| Color: | No | |
| Headings: | ELECTIONS: Inaugurations LOCATIONS/NORTH AMERICA: USA, Washington D.C. PERSONALITIES: Eisenhower, Dwight (Ike) PERSONALITIES: Kennedy, Robert F. | |
| Description: | INAUGURATION Kennedy Sworn in, New Era Begins. A dazzling two and a half days that mark the beginning of a new era for the nation under the leadership of the first President born in the twentieth century. GV White House. John F. Kennedy settles into office as the 35th president of the United States, the youngest man and the first roman catholic ever elected to the office. Kennedy sits in chair, writing at desk. Scenes show highlights of the ceremonials and celebrations in the capital as Mr. Kennedy takes office, starting with his smiling reception by Mr. Eisenhower at the White House. Capital as vice-president-elect Lyndon Johnson and Mr. Kennedy are sworn into office. Then, with Mrs. Kennedy looking proudly on, John F. Kennedy delivers his brief but stirring inaugural message. After lunch, the official party moves to the White House to review the thrilling three and a half hour Inaugural parade. Drill teams. That night, President Kennedy makes the rounds of five gala inaugural balls. | |
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