The inauguration of the President of the United States has always been a spectacle.
Every four years since 1789, a president has been inaugurated again or a new president is inaugurated. The day is always full of flair in Washington, and the President gives a speech and takes the oath of office.
To get you ready for President Barack Obama's second inauguration on Monday, we looked back at some of the most memorable moments and milestones that have happened from the first inauguration in 1789 to the most recent in 2009.
The first inauguration of President George Washington came on April 30, 1789. But Washington's second inaugural on March 4, 1793, in Philadelphia also made history: it was the shortest address ever, with just 135 words.
On the other hand, William Henry Harrison (who was sworn in March 4, 1841) delivered the longest address at 8,445 words. He died of pneumonia a month later, and many believe it was due to his prolonged exposure to the bad weather that day.
Both of Abraham Lincoln's inaugurations were marked with tight security from Union soldiers. His second was the first time in history African-Americans participated in the parade. His speech called for national healing as the Civil War wound down: "...let us strive on to finish the work we are in; to bind up the nation's wounds," he said.
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