Inaugural Gala Performer William F. Santelmann
Conductor Major William F. Santelmann directed the United States Marine Band during a performance at the Inaugural Gala held January 19, 1949.
Santelmann, William F., 1902-1984
President Harry S. Truman Meets with Marine Band Leaders
President Harry S. Truman (center) poses in the White House with leaders of the U.S. Marine Band, Colonel William F. Santelmann (right) and Captain Albert F. Schoepper (left). The men hold a piece of sheet music by Richard Wagner. Above them is a portrait of First Lady Angelica Van Buren.
President Harry S. Truman with Members of United States Marine Band
President Harry S. Truman (center) poses in the White House with leaders of the U.S. Marine Band, Colonel William F. Santelmann (right) and Captain Albert F. Schoepper (left). The men hold a piece of sheet music by Richard Wagner. Above them is a portrait of First Lady Angelica Van Buren.