Episode 2 of 3
Inaugural Parade
- When
- March 4, 1869
- Where
- Pennsylvania Avenue
The 1869 inaugural parade was grander than previous ones, featuring eight divisions of soldiers and high-priced viewing windows.
Special tickets were required for admission to the Capitol on inauguration day. Eight full divisions of soldiers marched down Pennsylvania Avenue. Windows overlooking the parade route sold for very high prices, reflecting the grand scale of the event compared to prior inaugurations.
Sources
- First inauguration of Ulysses S. Grant Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-07
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