A Moment in History: The Inauguration of Barack Obama is an ABC News commemorative special celebrating the inauguration of the 44th President of the Unites States. ABC News correspondents cover the January 20, 2009 inauguration, one of the globe's most watched events in history from start to finish. Special reports cover the pre-inauguration events including President Obama's January 17, 2009 whistle-stop train tour from Philadelphia to Washington and the 'We Are One' free celebration concert held January 18, 2009. Coverage of Inauguration Day includes the Oath of Office and President Obama's Inauguration Speech, the benediction by Dr. Joseph Lowery and poet Elizabeth Alexander's "Praise Song for the Day." This program also fully covers the official afternoon events including the traditional helicopter departure by outgoing President George W. Bush, and offers full coverage of President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as they make their long walk down the inauguration parade route. Coverage of the evening's festivities brings you into the many balls attended by the Obamas that evening. Bonus footage includes clips from past inaugurations, including those of former Presidents Kennedy and Bush.moreless
