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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Commemorative American Flag
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Commemorative American Flag

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.706094
Object Type Flag
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 7/26/2009
Medium textile, metal
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 8 1/4 in x W 15 in x D 1 7/8 in (21 cm x 38.1 cm x 4.8 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionAn American flag folded into a traditional triangle, with the blue background and white stars portion visible on the exterior.
Historical NoteThis flag was flown over the Camp Taji of the Iraq Garrison Command by the 155 HBCT Garrison Command Element while deployed for Operation Iraqi Freedom 09-11.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 Status(not entered)
In Collection(s)
Not on view
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