5. Menorah

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Take on the role of an antiques appraiser and research this artifact. Which president is associated with this artifact and what presidential power does it represent? The more information you provide, the more valuable the artifact. This 3D printable model was created by a student in Ms. Relator's US Government class at Dominion HS in Virginia. Find out more about the Mystery Artifact lesson at https://www.lcps.org/Page/186358 Mystery Artifact Created By, Kaylin Gonzalez Clues Clues This artifact was given to the president as a token of gratitude This artifact symbolizes peace and light This artifact is a gift from prime minister Ben-Gurion in light of the president's recognition and support for Israel This artifact was originally located in the Synagogue of Bürgel, Germany Significant Research The Object: A bronze menorah with several branches Details about the Object: The artifact represents peace and divine light. It was a gift from Israel's first prime minister to thank the US for saving the Jewish people during World War II. President: President Truman, April 12, 1945 – January 20, 1953, Democrat Presidential Role: Chief Diplomat Presidential Act: The president commanded the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in an effort to end the war. This executive order demonstrates his "chief diplomatic" role. Impact on America/ Significance "I chose this artifact because it represents a significant moment in American history, when we stood up against discrimination and welcomed peace and change. The US was ready to face its problems and recognize the rights of all people." Works Cited: Parkinson, H. (2013, December 4). From the Presidential Libraries: Hanukkah at the White House. National Archives. Retrieved from https://prologue.blogs.archives.gov/2013/12/04/from-the-presidential-libraries-hanukkah-at-the-white-house Harry S Truman Library & Museum. (2016). Creation of the State of Israel, 1948. U.S National Archives and Research Administration. Retrieved February 28, 2017, from https://www.trumanlibrary.org/israel/menora.htm