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Though President Franklin Delano Roosevelt led the United States for a record-breaking four terms, he began his administration with a single day of pomp, circumstance, and inspiring words. Young historians watch and listen to footage of the March 20, 1933 Presidential Inauguration Ceremony, including FDR's time-honored admonition against fear for fear's sake.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use the video in conjunction with a lesson on presidential inaugurations or historic speeches
- Have learners watch all 10 addresses and decide which is the most appealing based on a class-created rubric
Classroom Considerations
- Comment section of the video is open to the public
- Because the video is from 1933, the quality is grainy and difficult to see
- Consider providing printed copies of FDR's address for learners to follow along
- Video continues to the next in the playlist immediate after the address is over
- The video is over 20 minutes long, which may be a lot for some learners in one sitting
- The first video in a playlist of 10
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- History buffs will enjoy the first filmed inauguration, including the historical mentions of the 48 states of America
Cons
- None