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Photo of Teddy Roosevelt’s Oath of Office

Tom Jul 22, 2013 Historical Events, Notable People & Places 1 Comment

Here’s a cool photo from Teddy Roosevelt’s inauguration on March 4th, 1905. Chief Justice Melville Fuller is administering the oath of office to Teddy Roosvelt. Click on it for some amazing details.

Teddy Roosevelt's inauguration in 1905 — Teddy Roosevelt’s inauguration in 1905

Source: Library of Congress

This is what it looks like close up. Make sure to click on the above picture to see greater details. It’s pretty cool.

Teddy Roosvelt and the oath of office in 1905

Tags 1900s Melville Fuller Teddy Roosevelt

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