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This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/26/2017
Original ''Wanted by the FBI'' poster for Al-Qaeda terrorist leader Osama Bin Laden (spelled here ''Usama''). Poster is the earlier and rarer ''red'' version, never available to the public and published in March 1999 while Bin Laden was terrorizing U.S. embassies around the world. Shows Bin Laden's photograph, physical description, criminal record and occupation, where he's described as ''Formerly a construction executive, currently the leader of a terrorist organization known as Al-Qaida [sic] 'The Base'''. The document also notes that he ''Walks with a cane'' and lists his multiple aliases, eight in all, including ''The Prince'', ''The Emir'' and ''The Director''. Verso has mailing label for a Florida post office and a list of FBI field offices. Measures 8.5'' x 13''. Three horizontal folds and punch holds at top and bottom. Overall very good condition.
Rare ''Red'' Version of the Osama Bin Laden FBI Most Wanted Poster -- Before 9/11
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