Funeral leaving the President's house and church at Canton, Ohio
Description
In order to film the funeral of President McKinley, the photographer placed his camera in three locations. The first scene shows the casket being carried from his home by the honor guard and placed in the hearse. The second scene shows the hearse, the honor guard, and people lining the streets. The third scene shows the celebrities who attended the funeral preceding the casket out of the church. The final scenes are of the people watching the casket being placed in the hearse again.
Runtime
3 min
Series
Subjects
- Funeral rites and ceremonies (65)
- Hearses (Vehicles) (5)
- Presidents (796)
- Processions (8)
- Military funerals (7)
Contributor
Geography
Date of Publication
1901
Database
Alexander Street
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