Inauguration of Harry Truman and Vice-President Barkley in Washington (1949)

GAUMONT BRITISH NEWSREEL (REUTERS) To license this film, visit Inaugural celebration at the Capitol building for president Truman and running mate Barkley including motorcycle escort and parade Full Description: SLATE INFORMATION: Washington Hails the President USA: Washington, D.C.: Capitol Building: EXT/INT SENATOR Alben Barkley Being sworn in with President Harry S. Truman after election success under dome of Capitol CADETS West point Cadets take part in President Truman procession in Washington after inauguration TRUMAN Drives in state to Capitol in Washington. Preceded by motor cycle escort. Sworn in under dome of Capitol with Vice-President Barkley. WASHINGTON Good shot of Washington and Capitol from air. As President Truman drives in State to Capitol after inauguration. Ready with Vice-President Barkley to be sworn in. Watches procession from saluting base. Seen driving