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Photographic Print : Inauguration of Mr. Buchanan, as President of the United States, at Washington, 1857. Creator: Unknown
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Inauguration of Mr. Buchanan, as President of the United States, at Washington, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Inauguration of Mr. Buchanan, as President of the United States, at Washington - from a photograph by Whitchurch, 1857. View of...the ceremony in front of the portico of the Capitol...engraved from a photograph by Whitchurch...Mr. Buchanan rose, and in a clear and strong voice, delivered the inaugural address. The President's remarks were frequently interrupted by loud applause; and on its conclusion cheer after cheer greeted the speaker. The oath of office was administered by the venerable Chief Justice; after which the members of the Senate, preceded by the Vice-President, Secretary, and Sergeant-at-Arms, returned to the Senate Chamber; and the President, accompanied by the Committee of Arrangement, proceeded to the President's house...During the afternoon thousands of citizens and strangers crowded to the executive mansion to pay their respects...'. From "Illustrated London News", 1857
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Capitol Building Ceremonial Ceremony Cheering Congress Crowds Inauguration James Buchanan Patriotic Patriotism Political Event Portico President President Buchanan Speech Step Steps United States Capitol Us Capitol Whitchurch Wood Engraving
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with this historic photograph from the Media Storehouse collection. Witness the Inauguration of James Buchanan as the 15th President of the United States, captured in this rare and intriguing image from 1857. Originally a photograph by Whitchurch, this captivating view of the ceremony in front of the Capitol portico is now available as a high-quality photographic print. Though the creator of the original photograph and engraving remains unknown, this collectible print brings a piece of American history right to your home or office. Order now and add this unique piece to your collection.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph captures the historic moment of James Buchanan's inauguration as the 15th President of the United States, held at the Capitol in Washington, D.C., in 1857. The image, taken by the renowned photographer Whitchurch, provides a glimpse into the ceremony that unfolded before the portico of the Capitol building. As the sun shone down, an eager crowd gathered to witness the momentous occasion. Buchanan, dressed in a formal suit and wearing a top hat, stands confidently before the assembled masses. With a clear and resolute voice, he delivers his inaugural address, pausing occasionally to acknowledge the thunderous applause that erupted from the crowd. The Chief Justice administers the oath of office to Buchanan, marking the formal beginning of his presidency. Following the ceremony, Buchanan, accompanied by the Committee of Arrangement, makes his way to the President's house. The day was filled with jubilation, as thousands of citizens and strangers flocked to the executive mansion to pay their respects to the new President. This photograph, originally published in the Illustrated London News in 1857, offers a unique and fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history. The intricacies of the scene, from the detailed architecture of the Capitol to the expressions on the faces of the onlookers, make this image a captivating testament to the past.
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