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Signed Firefighter Helmet
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Signed Firefighter Helmet
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Signed Firefighter Helmet

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.115026
Object Type Helmet, Firefighter's
Manufacturer (Founded 1906)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium plastic, metal, adhesive, ink, leather, textile, plastic (acrylic)
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 7 1/2 in x W 11 1/8 in x D 17 3/4 in (19.1 cm x 28.3 cm x 45.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionSmoke-damaged and soot-stained red firefighter's helmet signed in silver permanent marker by U.S. firefighters who currently have or have had cancer. The badge on the front has text "Captain; 23; Houston". There is metal eagle on the top whose beak holds the brown acrylic face shield when it is rotated upward. A cloth is attached to the inside of the helmet to cover the back of the neck and there is a black chin strap. Most of the signatures include a name, fire station, and date.
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 Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack 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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