Inaugurations

Maryland Inaugural parade float featuring representations of the 1649 Maryland Toleration Act. A group of men in uniform can be seen marching behind them.

Billboard featuring President Harry S. Truman and Vice President Alben Barkley offering a welcome to Washington, D.C., for the 1949 Inaugural festivities.

Inaugural parade float representing Idaho which features recreational activities such as skiing and hunting.

Inaugural parade float representing Louisiana which features symbols of Mardi Gras festivities.

Inaugural parade float representing Mississippi, featuring swans and two young women in formal gowns.

Badges worn by personnel during the 1949 inaugural ceremonies which denote the role each individual served such as "Supervisor," "Aide," "Usher," and "Hostess."

President Harry S. Truman (standing at podium, center) delivering his Inaugural Address from the steps of the United States Capitol Building.

Inauguration parade with President Harry S. Truman and Vice-President Alben Barkley riding in a convertible car. All others are unidentified.

President Harry S. Truman and Vice President Alben Barkley during the Inaugural parade, January 20, 1949.

Vice President Alben Barkley (behind podium, left) is sworn in by Justice Stanley F. Reed (behind podium, right), of the Supreme Court of the United States, during the inauguration. Standing behind Vice President Barkley is Chief Justice Fred M. Vinson. Next to Justice Vinson on the left is President Harry S. Truman. All others are unidentified.