The inaugural procession passing the gate of the Capitol grounds, 1861 – Antique Print
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A window into the past: The inaugural procession passing the gate of the Capitol grounds, 1861, preserved in this historic image. Drawn from the Snapshots of the Past archive, it is an authentic piece of documented history.
Framed, it is ready for the wall; unframed, it is ready for the frame you choose. It makes a striking addition to a living room, study or office, and a thoughtful gift. Free shipping in the lower 48 states. Snapshots of the Past, founded in 2001, has served tens of thousands of customers worldwide.
The inaugural procession passing the gate of the Capitol grounds, 1861
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Taken on March 4, 1861, the picture shows the inaugural procession moving past a gate on the Capitol grounds as Abraham Lincoln took the oath of office. The Capitol was still unfinished, with its dome under construction, and the city was tense as Southern states had already seceded. Troops and guards were posted throughout Washington that day, so the scene reflects both a ceremonial transfer of power and the uncertainty of the moment.
| Original scan | 2,997 × 3,534 px · prints to 10 × 12 in at 300 dpi |
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| Reference | 1861 02929u |
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