United States Flag
Artifact SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017
Artifact ID2018.1.128
Object Type
Flag
Medium
textile (nylon)
DimensionsOverall H 34 in x W 62 in x D 1/4 in (86.4 cm x 157.5 cm x 0.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionAn American flag with embroidered stars in the canton. The flag features fifty embroidered white stars on a blue canton, with thirteen alternating red and white stripes. The hoist end of the flag consists of a canvas header. The original metal grommets on the header are destroyed or missing.
Historical NoteThe piece was pulled from the rubble of the Alberta Elementary School in Tuscaloosa, Alabama after it was destroyed by a tornado on April 27, 2011. The flag was presented on the occasion of President Barack Obama's visit to Alabama to view the devastation.Custodial History / ProvenanceThis item is material associated with various agencies and offices during the Obama administration and maintained as government property 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 SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017 (National Archives Identifier 66540607)
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.
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