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President Martin Van Buren, 1837

Vice President Richard M. Johnson
Inauguration Date   Saturday, March 4, 1837
Location   East Portico, U.S. Capitol
Oath Administered By:  

Roger B. Taney, Chief Justice
Bible Used:   Unknown
Length of Inaugural Address:   3,832 words
Attire (what the president wore):   Unknown
Weather:   Sunny and brisk. Estimated noon temperature of 29°F.
Precedents, "firsts" or other interesting information:   Van Buren's Inauguration was the first time outgoing and incoming Presidents rode together to the Capitol.

 

 

 Matrin Van Buren Vice Presidential Bust (U.S. Senate Collection)

Martin Van Buren, Vice Presidential Bust (U.S. Senate Collection)

 
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