First inauguration of Ulysses S. Grant

First Presidential Inauguration of Ulysses S. Grant

Grant speaking during his inauguration at the United States Capitol.
Date March 4, 1869 (1869-03-04)
Location Washington, D.C.
United States Capitol
Participants Ulysses S. Grant

The first inauguration of Ulysses S. Grant as the 18th President of the United States took place on March 4, 1869. The inauguration marked the commencement of the first four-year term of Ulysses S. Grant as President and the only term of Schuyler Colfax as Vice President. Chief Justice Salmon P. Chase administered the Oath of office. Andrew Johnson did not attend the inaugural ceremonies, as President-elect Grant refused to sit with him in the carriage going to it. Instead, he was in the White House signing last-minute legislation.[1]

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  1. ↑ http://inaugural.senate.gov/history/chronology/usgrant1869.cfm
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