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Barkley Takes the Oath of Office at 1949 Inauguration

73-2814
Accession Number
73-2814
8x10 inches (21x26 cm)
Black & White
HST Keywords
Truman - Inauguration - 1949
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Harry S. Truman Library & Museum.

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Description
The inauguration of President Harry S. Truman and Vice President Alben W. Barkley. Vice President Barkley is apparently taking the oath of office. The photograph shows most of the inaugural stand, the guests under and around the stand, and the band beneath it.
Date(s)
January 20, 1949