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Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Uncle Sam Goes Calypso
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.

Uncle Sam Goes Calypso

Artifact ID1982.00634.02a-b
Object Type Album, Record
Maker (Barbados)
Date 1982
Medium Paper, Ink, Plastic (PVC)
Dimensions7 × 7 1/4 in. (17.8 × 18.4 cm)
Physical DescriptionA 45 RPM record album titled "BEAUTIFUL BARBADOS"/"UNCLE SAM GOES CALYPSO" by E. Straker Merrymen. (.01a) A yellow and red speckled dust jacket is also included with the record. (.01b) Black text states, "Applewhaites Estate, BARBADOS, Telephone 02482; Cable: 'WIRL.' "Telex 291 WIRL WB."
Historical NoteThe record album was given when President Ronald Reagan visited Bridgetown, Barbados on April 8, 1982 for a Meeting with Leaders of Eastern Caribbean Countries.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Ronald Reagan and First Lady Nancy Reagan during the Reagan administration. It was received through the Executive Office of the President Office of Correspondence and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January, 1989 for deposit with the Reagan Presidential Library.
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Fully
Use Restriction Note© Merrymen/Applewhaites Estate 1982
Copyright or other proprietary rights are held by individuals or entities other than the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum. The Ronald Reagan 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 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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