Nation Gives Warm Welcome to President-Elect

By : Daniela Ricci
A chilly January rain was the only hitch at the 54th Presidential Inaugural Opening Celebration, held on the steps of the majestic Lincoln Memorial on the National Mall on Thursday, January 18, 2001. President George W. Bush said goodbye to his home in Texas and came to watch a two-hour line-up of celebrities welcome him, Mrs. Bush, Vice President Dick Cheney and Mrs. Cheney to the White House.

As the gray skies sent a steady drizzle on over 40,000 spectators that gathered on the Mall, tents were set up to cover the drum sets and other musical instruments on the stage. This caused some problems for the Rockettes, who had to redo their routine to adjust to the limited space. They still looked impressive as they high-kicked in their star-spangled blue velvet leotards and sailor hats.

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