Memorial Day Prayer Picket Sign
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.702872.2
Object Type
Sign
Intended Recipient
President Barack Obama
(American, 1961)
Medium
wood, plastic, adhesive, ink, metal
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 42 3/4 in x W 22 7/8 in x D 1 1/4 in (108.6 cm x 58.1 cm x 3.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionWhite picket sign attached to wooden stake with an American flag and cross in the upper left. It reads in navy blue and red lettering:MEMORIAL DAY PRAYER
O Heavenly Father we pray to you in thanks and praise for receiving the millions of brave souls who have already come to you defending this Great Land in the name of freedom all over the world. O Heavenly Father we also pray that you will protect and comfort the millions who serve and have served in the Armed Forces and their families. In the name of your only son, Jesus Christ. AMEN
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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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