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Framed Photograph of the German Destroyer Lütjens
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Framed Photograph of the German Destroyer Lütjens
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Framed Photograph of the German Destroyer Lütjens

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.01122012-1-1
Object Type Print, Photographic
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium paper (photographic, mat board), ink, metal, glass, adhesive, plastic
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 26 1/4 in x W 20 1/4 in x D 7/8 in (66.7 cm x 51.4 cm x 2.2 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionPhotographic print depicting German naval men holding a white flag with the words "We Stand By You" on the deck of the German destroyer Lutjens. Above the sailors both a German and an American flag are being flown. The picture is under white mat board that has a signed message from the gifter and held in a black metal frame.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on obverse, below image: North Sea, September 14, 2001: Sailors of the German destroyer Lütjens passing the USS Winston S. Churchill send a spontaneous message of solidarity. Ten years later, this message is as true as ever. [Peter Ammon signature] Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany
InscribedInscribed on obverse, below image: North Sea, September 14, 2001:
Sailors of the German destroyer Lütjens passing the
USS Winston S. Churchill send a spontaneous
message of solidarity.
Ten years later, this message is as true as ever.
[Peter Ammon signature]
Ambassador of the
Federal Republic of Germany
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of an ambassador credentialing ceremony on September 9, 2011.
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 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.
In Collection(s)
Not on view
Related Links
The original banner is now located at the Naval History and Heritage Command headquarters: "“We Stand By You” Banner"