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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
Gifter
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 Description
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.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on end page: To President Obama I hope that you will enjoy this book and I look forward to meeting you and sharing my passion for Egypt's glorious past with you in person. [Zahi Hawass signature] May 26, 2009 Cairo
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
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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