Before It Became History | Washington’s Inauguration : The First Oath of a New Republic

In 1789, George Washington took the first presidential oath of office, setting a powerful precedent for America’s new democracy. Discover the historic moment that helped define the presidency and the nation itself.Before It Became History, a podcast series from the Sandra Day O’Connor Institute, explores the people and moments that shaped the American story. Each episode looks beyond the legend to examine the decisions, conflicts, and ideas that tested the promise of liberty and helped define our democracy.This is history before it hardened into memory — and a conversation about what it means for us now.You can find us at: https://oconnorinstitute.org/Follow us on:TwitterFacebookInstagramYouTube