The first inauguration of Ronald Reagan as the 40th president of the United States was held on Tuesday, January 20, 1981, at the West Front of the United States Capitol in Washington, D.C. This was the first inauguration to be held on the building's west side.

This is the first time in our history that this ceremony has been held, as you've been told, on this West Front of the Capitol. Standing here, one faces a magnificent vista, opening up on this city's special beauty and history.

CBS News live Broadcast of the Inauguration of Ronald Reagan as the 40th President of the United States on Tuesday, January 20th, 1981.

Ronald Reagan was inaugurated as the 40th president of the United States on January 20, 1981. [1] This inauguration was the beginning of Reagan's eight years as President. George H. W. Bush was inaugurated as Vice President .

Jan 16, 2025 · On Jan. 20, President-elect Donald Trump will be sworn in for the second time on the West Front Terrace of the Capitol, a tradition started over 30 years ago by President Ronald Reagan. Reagan’s first inauguration

Inauguration of Ronald Reagan may refer to: First inauguration of Ronald Reagan, 1981; Second inauguration of Ronald Reagan, 1985

In his first Inaugural address on January 20, 1981, President Ronald Reagan addresses major issues affecting the nation, including rising inflation, the Iran hostage crisis, and unemployment. His speech points out that the government was part of the problem in that present economic distress, not just the nation alone.

Jan 22, 2025 · The fortieth president of the United States, Ronald Reagan served two terms as president (1981-89). First Inauguration - January 20, 1981 Facts* First Inauguration held on the west front of the U.S. Capitol. Reagan's first Inauguration was also the warmest on record with a noon temperature of 55.

The public Inauguration for 1985 was held on January 21, 1985. To be in compliance with the law, a small, private ceremony was held within the White House to inaugurate President Reagan on the proper day. The 1985 Inauguration occurred during a severe cold snap on the East coast.

Jan 20, 1981 · Inauguration of Ronald Reagan on the west front of the U.S. Capitol, with the Washington Monument in the distance, January 20, 1981. Since 1981, the inaugural stand has been set up on the West front of the Capitol instead of the East Front.