Benjamin Harrison 23rd president 1889-1893



This is believed to be the oldest known recording of any U.S. President.

It was recorded on an Edison wax cylinder sometime around 1889.



Transcript



"As president of the United States, I was present at the first Pan-American congress in Washington D.C. I believe that with God's help, our two countries shall continue to live side-by-side in peace and prosperity. . . Benjamin Harrison."

Notes

This digital recording was provided by the Vincent Voice Library at Michigan State University. For more information on this and other recordings visit the Michigan State University Vincent Voice Library

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