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"Hail to the Chief" started as an adaptation of a verse by Sir Walter Scott that was published in 1810. After having been rewritten and set to music as a march, it has been performed during US Presidential Inaugurations for many years and at some of the President's public appearances. It was proclaimed a tribute to the US President in 1954 and is usually played by the United States Marine Band on official occasions. It is usually preceded by four drum-rolls when played for the President.

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