Presidential inaugurations

An Honor Guard stands at attention as the flag is raised during the dedication of the Liberty Bell replica at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library.

President Harry S. Truman (at right) referring to Alben Barkley as "Senator" at an inaugural party. Left to right: Margaret Truman, Vice President Alben Barkley, Mrs. Max Truitt (daughter of Vice President Barkley), and President Harry S. Truman. Original photograph is in a photo album of inaugural events.

Crowd at the J. Howard McGrath reception on inauguration day. Original photograph is in a photo album of inaugural events.

The President and his family being greeted at the Inaugural Ball. Left to right: Bess Truman, Perle Mesta, President Harry S. Truman, Margaret Truman, two unidentified men. Original photograph is in a photo album of inaugural events.

Secret Service, Inaugural detail, Treasury Department. Original photograph is in a photo album of inaugural events.

Merchant Marine Academy in Inaugural parade. Original photograph is in a photo album of inaugural events.

District of Columbia National Guard, 340th Anti-Air craft unit, in Inaugural parade. Original photograph is in a photo album of inaugural events.

Army Engineers Marching unit in Inaugural parade. Original photograph is in a photo album of inaugural events.

Coast Guard Marching units in Inaugural parade. Original photograph is in a photo album of inaugural events.

Coast Guard Marching unit from Cape May, New Jersey, in Inaugural parade. Original photograph is in a photo album of inaugural events.