The Day of the Oath

Name: The Day of the Oath
Cast: James Cagney, Louis Armstrong, Lyndon B. Johnson, Lady Bird Johnson, Harry Belafonte

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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).

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Cast & Crew

Director: Walter de Hoog

James Cagney

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Louis Armstrong

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Lyndon B. Johnson

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Lady Bird Johnson

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Harry Belafonte

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Carol Channing

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Margot Fonteyn

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Rudolf Nureyev

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