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The Declaration of Independence: The Story Behind America's Founding Document and the Men Who Created It
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
The Declaration of Independence: The Story Behind America's Founding Document and the Men Who Created It
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

The Declaration of Independence: The Story Behind America's Founding Document and the Men Who Created It

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.685697
Object Type Book
Author (American)
Date 2005
Medium paper, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 3/4 in x W 12 in x D 10 1/2 in (1.9 cm x 30.5 cm x 26.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionHardcover book with a cover containing images of paintings of the Founding Fathers of the United States of America and photographs of both the United States flag with 13 stars and the Declaration of Independence. There are sleeves with removable inserts throughout the interior of the book.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to the First Family 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. 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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