The military has always played a central role in the logistical challenge of organizing the inaugural parade and providing security.

For the first time, people going to watch the inaugural parade will have to pass through checkpoints where bags can be searched.

The inaugural parade of 1953 even featured what was called "God's float," a late entry.

First use of an automobile in an inaugural parade.

First time that women participated in the inaugural parade.

I have good reason to remember the 1937 celebrations because I was there to watch the big inaugural parade.

They have been here since Sunday and will march in Friday's inaugural parade.

That is what the committee wanted: something for the cold January weather to keep the guests warm while they watch the inaugural parade later.

Protesters at the inaugural parade, for example, will turn their backs on the president's motorcade.

Jimmy Carter earned himself no credit by walking in his own inaugural parade.