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Framed UNRWA Letter and Poem
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Framed UNRWA Letter and Poem
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Framed UNRWA Letter and Poem

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.128197
Object Type Poem
Author (Palestinian)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date August 2014
Medium paper, ink
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 16 1/4 in x W 21 1/8 in x D 1 in (41.3 cm x 53.7 cm x 2.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionA poem and explanation framed and matted side by side. The poem was written by a student in the Gaza Strip and has been transcribed and signed by the student. Both pages have dual-lined blue borders with the United Nations logo and "UNRWA" in English and Arabic at the top.

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. 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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