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Mountains of the Pharaohs: The Untold Story of the Pyramid Builders
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Mountains of the Pharaohs: The Untold Story of the Pyramid Builders
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Mountains of the Pharaohs: The Untold Story of the Pyramid Builders

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.695597.2
Object Type Book
Author (Egyptian, 1947)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium paper, ink
DimensionsOverall H 3/4 in x W 6 1/4 in x D 9 1/2 in (1.9 cm x 15.9 cm x 24.1 cm )

Physical DescriptionHardcover book with cover containing a photograph depicting a pyramid atop a hill. In the foreground are two people dressed in white. In between them and the pyramid is a person on a donkey.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of President Barack Obama's June 2009 visit to Egypt.
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
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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