Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. This is an original Iraqi National battle flag, captured during the 2003 invasion known as Operation Iraqi Freedom. This design of flag was the national flag from January 13, 1991 – August 5, 2004, and was originally introduced during the Persian Gulf War. The design of the flag was modified by Flag Law No. 6 of 1991 at the instigation of Saddam Hussein. The new design added the takbīr (the phrase Allahu akbar, meaning "God is great" in Arabic) in green between the stars. The form of the takbīr was said to be Saddam's own handwriting. Many interpreted the addition of the sacred Islamic text as an attempt to garner wartime support from previously outlawed religious Iraqi leaders, to stop the disrespect of the Iraqi flag in Iraqi-occupied Kuwait.
After the Persian Gulf War Ended, this flag was retained until 2004, when the U.S.-appointed Iraqi interim administration modified the existing flag. The basic form of the existing flag was retained; however, the takbīr was rendered in traditional stylized Kufic script, as opposed to the handwriting of Saddam Hussein, which was offensive to the majority of Iraqi citizens.
This particular example is constructed of synthetic silk cloth, with sewn on stars and embroidered Arabid and English on the front. The flag measures 29"H x 55"W, with a decorative gold colored fringe around the entire flag. The condition is excellent, with minimal wear or damage. The red section at the top has gold embroidered letters, with IRAQ FLag Big with on the left, next to the main message:
OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM
FEB 2004 - MARCH 2005
We would guess the embroidery was handled by a local maker, who may not have had the best command of English.
An excellent display piece from Operation Iraqi Freedom! Ready to display!
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