Since 1832, political national conventions, held every four years, have been crucial for political parties and individual candidates in preparing for the presidential elections. These conventions are highlighted by speeches from keynotes, spouses, family members, celebrities, running mates, and, since 1932, acceptance speeches from the party's presidential nominee. These historic gatherings have featured political stars, soaring rhetoric, and even violent clashes.
So, from a former wrestler ripping his shirt off to a nation grieving their assassinated head of state, click on for historic moments from America's political conventions.