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The Day of the Oath

★ 0.0 (0 votes) | 1965 | 0h 22m
Overview

"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).

Details
  • Status Released
  • Release Date January 1, 1965
  • Budget N/A
  • Revenue N/A
  • Production United States Information Agency (USIA), News of the Day

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Cast

James Cagney
James Cagney

Narrator

Louis Armstrong
Louis Armstrong

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Lyndon B. Johnson
Lyndon B. Johnson

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Lady Bird Johnson
Lady Bird Johnson

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Harry Belafonte
Harry Belafonte

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Carol Channing
Carol Channing

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Margot Fonteyn
Margot Fonteyn

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Rudolf Nureyev
Rudolf Nureyev

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Crew

Walter de Hoog
Walter de Hoog

Director

Walter de Hoog
Walter de Hoog

Writer