William McKinley

President McKinley taking the Oath.

Cavalry and foot-soldiers escort President McKinley.

In this picture we present a wonderful and life-like likeness of President McKinley.

A crowd of spectators listen to President William McKinley's speech during his inauguration ceremony outside the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.

“This view was taken upon Mr. McKinley's lawn at his home in Canton, Ohio. Mr. McKinley appears walking across the lawn in company with his Secretary, who hands him a telegram, which he reads with apparent satisfaction. The characteristic walk and gestures of Mr. McKinley will be noted with interest by his friends.” (AMB Picture Catalogue)

This film was shot on March 4, 1897 and is historic because it was the first footage shot of a sitting American President.

President McKinley Inauguration

This John Nesbitt's Passing Parade series short highlights the film preservation efforts of the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Several scenes from early newsreels are shown.