As Donald Trump is inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States on Monday, we look at the most notable ceremonies celebrating US presidents-elect taking office over the years.
Donald Trump has been inaugurated as the 47th president of the United States in Washington on Monday, marking his second, non-consecutive term in office.
The ceremony initially planned for the National Mall, has been relocated indoors to the Capitol Rotunda due to severe cold weather.
The inauguration of a US president is a historic moment that marks the transition of power and sets the tone for the administration ahead.
From the solemn oath-taking to grand parades, each inauguration offers a glimpse into the nation’s political and cultural landscape.
We take a look at the most notable inaugurations of contemporary times as well as historical ones.
Joe Biden inauguration, 2021
Trump’s first parade and oath, 2017
Barack Obama’s inaugurations in 2009 and 2013
George W Bush’s two inaugurations, 2001 and 2005
Bill Clinton’s second oath, 1997
George H W Bush’s inauguration, 1989
Ronald Reagan’s inaugurations, 1981 and 1985
Jimmy Carter’s inauguration, 1971
Richard Nixon’s parade, ball and oath, 1969 and 1973
John F Kennedy’s inaugural address, 1961
Dwight Eisenhower’s inauguration, 1953 and 1957
Harry Truman’s inaugural parade, 1949
Additional sources • AP
