Motion Picture MP72-55

Roosevelt Inaugural

Administrative Information

Original Format(s)
Motion Picture
Footage
126 feet
Running Time
3 minutes 30 seconds
Film Gauge
16mm
Sound
sound
Color
Black & White
Produced by
Fox Movie Tone News
Restrictions
Restricted
Description

Lowell Thomas narrates scenes from the inaugural of Franklin D. Roosevelt, including part of Roosevelt's inaugural address. Sen. Harry S. Truman is sworn in as Vice President.

Date(s)
January 20, 1945

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Moving Image Type
Motion Picture

Shot List

Reel 1

  • Lowell Thomas narrates scenes from the inaugural of Franklin D. Roosevelt, including part of Roosevelt’s inaugural address. Senator Harry S. Truman is sworn in as Vice-President by Henry Wallace, the former Vice-President.