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Obama was inaugurated 10 years ago today — here's what newspapers looked like the next day

Ten years ago, on January 20, 2009, Barack Obama was inaugurated as president of the United States.

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The historic event, watched by 38 million people nationwide , marked the first time an African-American assumed the office of the presidency.

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Newspapers around the world reflected the significance of the inauguration on their front pages the following day.

Take a look at a few of the best front pages from around the world:

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Washington Post

New York Times

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San Francisco Chronicle

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Chicago Tribune

New York Daily News

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The Columbian

Toronto Sun

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The Guardian

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Daily Mail

Bild

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