Chorus master Justin Lawrie led a group of singers gathered from choirs, colleges, and organizations of Washington, D.C. during a performance at the Inaugural Gala held January 19, 1949.
Conductor Lieutenant Colonel George S. Howard directed the United States Air Force Band during a performance at the Inaugural Gala held January 19, 1949.
Comedic actress Joan Davis performed at the Inaugural Gala held January 19, 1949. This photo is a still from the RKO motion picture "George White's Scandals."