Illinois' Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum faces a state investigation after acquiring a disputed 21-star flag for $15,000.
Illinois' Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum faces a state investigation after purchasing a 21-star flag, believed to represent Illinois' admission to the Union in 1818, for $15,000. The flag's authenticity is disputed, with a leading vexillologist suggesting it may be from the Civil War period. The museum's acquisition procedures are being scrutinized, with concerns raised about the flag's legitimacy, the lack of collections committee consultation, and potential employee dismissals related to the purchase.
May 26, 2024
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