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Inaugurations have been held in both joy and sorrow in the nation's capital and, infamously, on a plane in Dallas. Here are historical images of inaugurations from Franklin Roosevelt to Joe Biden.

each inauguration offers a glimpse into the nation's political and cultural landscape. We take a look at the most notable inaugurations of contemporary times as well as historical ones.