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Iraqi National Soccer Team Jersey
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Iraqi National Soccer Team Jersey
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Iraqi National Soccer Team Jersey

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.700907.1
Object Type Jersey, Soccer
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium textile (polyester), ink
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 29 in x W 36 in (91.4 cm x 73.7 cm )
Manufacturer's Size M (Medium)

Physical DescriptionWhite Iraqi national soccer team jersey. The front has "11" on the right and the Iraq flag on the left and is signed by the team. The right sleeve has the AFC soccer ball logo and the left has an AFC Asia for Fair Play patch in blue. On the back center is "Hawar" and "11" in black text.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of a working visit to the White House by Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki on July 22, 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
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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