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Hanging of Iraq Leader Saddam Hussein December 31 2006 Historic Collectible Newspaper The New York Times Do not miss out on your chance to own or gift a unique piece of history! Hanging of Iraq Leader Saddam Hussein published in the Sunday, December 31 2006 The New York Times (New York, NY USA) newspaper. Headline: Iraq Mainly Calm, Riveted by Video of Hussein Death - Shiite Leaders See a Turning Point, but Others Express Doubts. Full front section with headline, photos and articles covering the historic event. Also includes Week in review section. In 2003, a coalition led by the United States invaded Iraq to depose Saddam, in which U.S. President George W. Bush and British Prime Minister Tony Blair erroneously accused him of possessing weapons of mass destruction and having ties to al-Qaeda. Saddam's Ba'ath party was disbanded and the country's first ever set of democratic elections were held. Following his capture on 13 December 2003, the trial of Saddam took place under the Iraqi Interim Government. On 5 November 2006, Saddam was convicted by an Iraqi court of crimes against humanity related to the 1982 killing of 148 Iraqi Shi'a and sentenced to death by hanging. He was executed on 30 December 2006. 36 pages original. Size is approximately 13.5"x22". No significant imperfections or damage observed. Small imperfections are not necessarily uncommon given the age of the piece. Overall, this piece is in Very Good condition and will absolutely be an impressive display or archive item for any collector, enthusiast, or historian. Great for framing. A unique gift. Most printed items are often from my personal collection. I have been an enthusiast for over 25 years. Unfortunately, I just cannot keep them all. Each is a unique pre-loved vintage, historic, and/or collectible piece. Obvious imperfections or damage are noted in the description and photographed. Typically this kind of item is gently rolled with protective plastic to limit moisture and shipped in a document tube or equivalent. Send a message if you have questions. Adam