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President William Henry Harrison delivered history's longest inaugural address, a nearly two-hour, 8,445-word speech in the face of an icy wind, without hat or overcoat. Harrison died of pneumonia less than two months later.
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RossNo one timed Washington's first inaugural address, but knowing how much Washington disliked speaking of Politics and Government, it seems likely that his address was short . . . 5 or 10 minutes, probably.
His first inauguration speech was 1432 words and took place at Federal Hall in New York City, where the first Congress was assembled.
His inaugural address lasted 1 hour and 40 minutes. It was the longest such speech ever.
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What is significant about 30 April 1789?
on this date George Washington delivered his first inaugural address and it took place in New York City.
Which was the first vice president?
john Adams was the first vice president in 1789
What is a summary of George Washington's First Inaugural Address?
Washington urged Congress to add a bill of rights to the Constitution that would express "a reverence for the characteristic rights of freemen and a regard for the public harmony…" Although not required by the Constitution, every president since Washington has followed his example and delivered an inaugural address.
What is george washingtons dads name?
Augustine Washington was George Washington's father. George Washington is most known for being the first President of the United States of America.
Who was Lawrence Washington?
Lawrence Washington was George Washingtons half-brother. George went to live with Lawrence after his father died in 1743. Lawrence acted as a substitute father to George. Lawrence was 14 years older that george and was from his fathers first marriage.
Where did George Washington make his first inaugural address?
in Canada
Why was lincolns second inaugural address is shorter than his first?
It actually was not that short. President Lincoln's second Inaugural Address was approximately 700 words in length. You are probably thinking of President George Washington's second Inaugural Address, which was the shortest Presidential Inaugural Address in history, to date.
What is significant about 30 April 1789?
on this date George Washington delivered his first inaugural address and it took place in New York City.
How did George Washington use god in his first inaugural address?
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What is washingtons first name?
George
Which president gave two address but neither were in Washington DC where were they?
George Washington. His first inaugural address was in New York City, and his second was in Philadelphia.
When was Lincoln's first inaugural address created?
Lincoln's first inaugural address was created in 1861.
What is Jefferson Davis first inaugural address?
Jefferson Davis delivered his first and only Inaugural Address on February 18, 1861.
Why isn't the second inaugural address as long as his first inaugural address?
Because it said what needed to be said and no more.
Who was the first president to give an inaugural?
George Washington was the first
Did Washington deliver his inaugural address in New York City?
Yes and no. His first inaugural was in NYC, since it was the capital, but he gave a second inaugural address in Philadelphia as well.
What is a short biography of George Washingtons life?
He was our first president.
