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Abraham Lincoln
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Abraham Lincoln
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Abraham Lincoln

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.690221.2
Object Type Book
Author (Australian, 1935)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium paper, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall H 3/4 in x W 5 3/8 in x D 7 3/4 in (1.9 cm x 13.7 cm x 19.7 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionHardcover book. Cover is red with gray hues and an inset circle containing an image of President Abraham Lincoln.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on title page: 24 March 2009 To Barack, This is a small biography on Lincoln written by an Australian author. Lincoln inspires Australians too for his singular capacity to translate adversity into opportunity - and tragedy into hope. With all good wishes. [Kevin Rudd signature] Prime Minister of Australia
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of a working visit to the White House by Prime Minister of Australia, Kevin Rudd, in March 2009.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Executive Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library. Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts of State (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Obama Presidential Library. The Obama Presidential Library does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
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