Changing Hats: Dwight D. Eisenhower's Inauguration

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Before the 1953 presidential inauguration, President Harry S Truman arrived at the Capitol wearing a top hat to greet President-Elect Dwight D. Eisenhower wearing a homburg hat. Eisenhower's hat soon disappeared and he went without after taking the oath of office, one of a few subtle changes to tradition he made. During his inaugural address, he asked the American people to think of the future in a timeless message to future generations.

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9 minutes, 31 seconds

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NPS

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