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Scarce prototype of Osama Bin Laden doll intended for use in Arab countries in order to persuade children from idolizing the terror leader. This prototype was covertly designed for the CIA by Donald Levine (the creator of the iconic G.I. Joe doll) in 2005 for an ''influence operation'', intended to strategically distribute a scary depiction of Bin Laden to children, ideally to dissuade them from joining a terrorist group such as Al Qaeda. The doll's permanent head is a look-alike representation of Bin Laden, and comes with a removable head featuring a depiction of Bin Laden as a ''demon'', attached to metal stand. The removable head is a frightening representation of Bin Laden, with his face painted bright red with black facial features and bright green eyes. The doll wears traditional Islamic garb, a white removable five button robe over a four button white tunic with a mock collar, with off-white cloth pants and a pair of black mock velcro boots. The doll is housed inside a white box with clear plastic front measuring 6.75'' x 13.5''. Doll is housed on metal stand inside, with a clasp to the doll's midsection allowing the doll to be displayed standing up. Measures 12'' tall. Near fine. From the estate of G.I. Joe creator Donald Levine and with a COA from his son. One of two Bin Laden dolls owned by the Levine family, with only one other known to exist, which was given to the government.
Osama Bin Laden Doll Prototype Sanctioned by the CIA -- Bin Laden Doll Was Intended for Distribution to Civilians in Afghanistan & Pakistan -- Scarce
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