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Photograph of Prime Minister Abubakar Tafawa Balewa of Nigeria
Photograph of Prime Minister Abubakar Tafawa Balewa of Nigeria

Photograph of Prime Minister Abubakar Tafawa Balewa of Nigeria

Artifact IDMO 76.305
Object Type Photograph
Date 1961
Date Presented7/25/61
Gifter
Medium Photograph
DimensionsOverall H 22 1/2 in x W 18 1/2 in (57.2 cm x 47 cm )
Physical DescriptionBlack and white portrait photograph of Prime Minister of Nigeria Balewa.
Historical NoteThis photograph was presented to President John F. Kennedy by Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, Prime Minister of Nigeria (1957-1966), during his state visit to the White House July 25, 1961.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteItem was a gift to President and Mrs. Kennedy from Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, Prime Minister of Nigeria. It was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library by Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis in 1976.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts from Heads of State (National Archives Identifier 1677008)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - PossiblyUse Restriction NoteCopyright and other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of these 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 the user’s responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions.
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