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Operation Iraqi Freedom Patch
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Operation Iraqi Freedom Patch
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Operation Iraqi Freedom Patch

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.723144.2
Object Type Patch, Military
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium textile, adhesive
DimensionsOverall Diam 3 3/4 in (9.5 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionBrown and beige circular patch that reads "Operation Iraqi Freedom" in black text around the top outer border ring with seven beige stars on the bottom. Inner ring shows a map of Iraq in the center, including rivers in blue, major cities in black (Mosul, Tikrit, Baghdad, Al Nasiriyah), some border countries (Syria, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait), and the Iraq flag in the central eastern border. To the right of the map are alternating brown and beige stripes.
Inscriptions and MarkingsEmbroidered around outer edge of obverse: OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the 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 SeriesDomestic Gifts (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 and Museum. The Obama Presidential Library and Museum 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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