(Tuesday, April 21, 1789) — John Adams, 53, was inaugurated as the first Vice President of the United States today at Federal Hall in New York City, with John Langdon, President pro tempore of the Senate, administering the oath of office.

Although his term was scheduled to start on March 4, 1789, Adams did not become Vice President until today because Congress could not initially convene and achieve a quorum.

Adams was elected VPOTUS over John Jay in the Electoral College by 34 to 9 votes in the 1788-79 general election.

George Washington, who had been unanimously elected President, would take the oath of office nine days later on Apr. 30, 1789.