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A Historic Tour of the Oval Office

U.S. History

T he workspace of the president of the United States, better known as the Oval Office, has undergone several changes over the last century or so. But some items have found their way into the decor more often than not. Here are seven fixtures of the Oval Office that give us a glimpse into American history.

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