Presidential inaugurations

Inaugural parade float representing the American Federation of Labor (AFL) featuring the construction of a cornerstone, as the float stated that the AFL was the "cornerstone of prosperity." A float for the Congress of Industrial Organizations (CIO) can be seen behind the AFL float.

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."

Obverse view of the 1949 Harry S. Truman Inauguration Medal.

Under Secretary of the Interior Oscar Chapman (second from right) and Ann (Mrs. Oscar) Chapman (right) at a table with unidentified guests at the Truman-Barkley Dinner at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. All others unidentified. From: Oscar Chapman Scrapbook

President Harry S. Truman (center), Vice President Alben Barkley (right), and an unidentified man pose for a picture at the Truman-Barkley Dinner at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C.