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Marching Band Shako Hat
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Marching Band Shako Hat
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Marching Band Shako Hat

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.09192011-1-4.1-2
Object Type Shako
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium plastic (vinyl, unknown), leather, textile, metal, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 6 7/8 in x W 8 in x D 9 in (17.5 cm x 20.3 cm x 22.9 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionTwo marching band shako hats with a white leather top, a purple band around the center, and a white visor. At the front center of the hats is a metal emblem depicting a version of the Great Seal of the United States with the eagle looking towards the arrows. A silver-toned chain goes across the visor and is held in place with a metal button on each side that have a debossed harp design. The chin straps attach at the same button.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed inside hat in black marker: 59
Historical NoteGift was received from the manager of the music production company for OK Go!, which performed at President Barack Obama's 50th birthday campaign fundraiser in Chicago in August 2011. The jacket was used in the music video for "This Too Shall Pass", featuring OK Go and members of the Notre Dame marching band.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThese items were gifts from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. They were received through the Office of the President and maintained there until their 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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