Reflecting on Complexities: Thomas Jefferson's Inauguration

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The nation faced a great challenge in one of its earliest presidential elections: a partisan election with political factions. The presidential election of 1801 was one of the most chaotic in the nation's history and put the young U.S. Constitution to the test. But its president-elect took from it valuable lessons, which he spoke about in his inaugural address.

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3 minutes, 40 seconds

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NPS

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