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John F. Kennedy's Inauguration Path to the White House

Pennsylvania Avenue

Description

As the road that connects the Capitol and the White House, Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site is the path that welcomed most new presidents to their new residence after taking the oath of office. Despite a series of mishaps, President John F. Kennedy delivered one of the most remembered inauguration speeches of all time and was able to make the traditional journey down Pennsylvania Avenue thanks to people who did for their country.

Duration

6 minutes, 50 seconds

Credit

NPS

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