The Day of the Oath
First aired on Jan 1, 1965
Runtime: 22 mins
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"This film presents rare documentary footage of presidential inaugurations, from William McKinley in 1897 to Lyndon Johnson in 1965. The film conveys the strength, stability, and continuity of the U.S. government. Included in the program are highlights of the 1965 inaugural parade, footage from the inaugural balls, and performances by Carol Channing, Louis Armstrong, Margot Fonteyn, and Rudolf Nureyev. The film was produced by News of the Day, written and directed by Walter de Hoog, narrated by James Cagney, and includes original music by Bruce Herschensohn" (US National Archives).
Featured Cast: click image to view more
James Cagney | Narrator
Louis Armstrong | Self
Lyndon B. Johnson | Self
Lady Bird Johnson | Self
Harry Belafonte | Self
Carol Channing | Self
Featured Crew
Walter de Hoog | Director
Walter de Hoog | Writer
Bruce Herschensohn | Music