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    Ancient artifacts returned to Iraqis [Image 1 of 4]

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    The image shows multiple ceramic pottery sherds and fragments laid out on a dark surface, likely a work table in an archaeological or conservation setting. A partially intact vessel with a pedestal base and horizontal ribbing is prominently visible in the center-left of the frame. The fragments appear to be unglazed earthenware of a pale buff/cream color, possibly awaiting analysis or reconstruction.

    KIRKUK, IRAQ

    01.19.2006

    Photo by Sgt. Barbara Ospina 

    1st Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (AA) Public Affairs

    Many ancient artifacts of Iraqi Culture have been discovered on Forward Operating Base (FOB) Warrior and Soldiers of the 451st Civil Affairs Battalion are in the process of handing over all the collected historical items to the Kirkuk Museum, for all the citizens to see. The FOB is said to be a previous village site more than 5,000 years-old. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Barbara Ospina, 1st BCT Public Affairs 101st Airborne Division)

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    Date Taken: 01.19.2006
    Date Posted: 01.28.2006 12:36
    Photo ID: 14817
    Resolution: 1632x2464
    Size: 2.35 MB
    Location: KIRKUK, IQ
    Web Views: 114
    Downloads: 25

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    The image shows multiple ceramic pottery sherds and fragments laid out on a dark surface, likely a work table in an archaeological or conservation setting. A partially intact vessel with a pedestal base and horizontal ribbing is prominently visible in the center-left of the frame. The fragments appear to be unglazed earthenware of a pale buff/cream color, possibly awaiting analysis or reconstruction.
    Two men in business attire are examining ancient artifacts, likely ceramic or clay fragments, in what appears to be a storage or archival room. The man in the foreground holds a large curved pottery shard while the man behind him handles a similar curved fragment. The setting suggests a museum storage facility or archaeological repository with wooden shelving units holding additional artifacts.
    Two men in business attire are examining an ancient ceramic or clay vessel fragment in what appears to be a storage or museum facility. The foreground figure wears a gray suit with a red identification badge partially visible, while the background figure wears glasses and a blue shirt with dark jacket. The setting includes wooden shelving and storage crates, suggesting an archival or museum storage environment.
    Multiple individuals are examining small stone or ceramic fragments over an open cardboard box. At least three pairs of hands are visible holding what appear to be archaeological or geological specimens. A person in military camouflage uniform is visible in the background, suggesting a possible military or official context.

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