President McKinley Taking the Oath
Synopsis
Filmed at the second inauguration of William McKinley on March 4, 1901, this short captures the president taking the oath of office at the U.S. Capitol. Although Thomas Edison has sometimes been mistakenly named as director, he was never credited as director on any films; the actual director of this short is unknown.
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President McKinley Taking the Oath (Edison, 1901)
Type: Clip • Published 2008-01-15
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 16, 1901
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
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- Original Title
- President McKinley Taking the Oath
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1m
- Production Studios
- Edison Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Thomas A. Edison
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Thomas A. Edison
Producer
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What is President McKinley Taking the Oath about?
Filmed at the second inauguration of William McKinley on March 4, 1901, this short captures the president taking the oath of office at the U.S. Capitol. Although Thomas Edison has sometimes been mistakenly named as director, he was never credited as director on any films; the actual director of this short is unknown.
Who directed President McKinley Taking the Oath?
President McKinley Taking the Oath was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in President McKinley Taking the Oath?
The principal cast of President McKinley Taking the Oath includes William McKinley, Melville Fuller, George Dewey, Nelson Appleton Miles, Joseph E. Ransdell.
When was President McKinley Taking the Oath released and how long is it?
President McKinley Taking the Oath was released in 1901 with a total runtime of 1m.