INTRODUCTION
This passport was issued to
Robert P. Dubbins in 1977 in Los Angeles.
Three separate papers were found tucked in between pages in the passport.
Airmail flash label (mint with original gum).
- Transit visa for Deutsche Democratic Republic for West Berlin.
- Visa payment receipt from Deutsche Democratic Republic for 5 Mark.
The American passports are issued to nationals-non-citizen and citizens of America for international travel and for citizen as a proof of his American citizenship. By law, a valid unexpired U.S. passport (or passport card) is conclusive (and not just prima facie) proof of U.S. citizenship, and has the same force and effect as proof of United States citizenship as certificates of naturalization or of citizenship, if issued to a U.S. citizen for the full period allowed by law.
From 1976, the passport color was changed from green to dark blue.
PHOTO
Photo was added by mean of gluing and sealed with two official seals.
- Blind seal across passport holder's photo which reads: DEPARTMENT OF STATE ? UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
- Bi-coloured matrix printing which reads: PHOTOGRAPH ATTACHED DEPARTMENT OF STATE LOS ANGELES
The holder signed on the left-hand side of the photo and a mark of a metal stapler (two holes) at bottom-right.
IMMIGRATION STAMPINGS & VISAS
Three countries made immigration stampings in the booklet are from:
United Kingdom
Deutsche Democratic Republic (East Germany)
Denmark
On 28 August 1977, a US Immigration stamping was given on page 3, next to the holder's photo for permission to enter the USA.
GEOGRAPHICAL VALIDITY
The holder was permitted to visit any country without any restriction.
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
| Total Pages |
24 |
| Overall Colour |
Cover: Dark Blue
Pages: Soft-greenish, soft-reddish, soft-greyish |
| Perforations |
Needle perforations on top all pages from front to the back cover. |
| Watermark |
Coat of Arms of United States of America. |
| Booklet Direction |
folium recto / Left-to-right |
| Page |
Description |
| Front Cover |
Document's Name
PASSPORT
Country's Name
United States of America
Coat-of-Arms
Hot foil stamping |
| Front Cover - Interior Side |
Holder's and emergercy addresses. |
| Page 1 |
Diplomatic Request Page |
| Page 2 |
Passport Holder's Information |
| Page 3 |
Passport Holder's Photo
Passport Holder's Signature
Document Issuing Office |
| Page 4 |
Notice |
| Page 5 |
Amendments and Endorsements |
| Page 6 to 23 |
Visas |
| Page 24 |
Important Information |
| Back Cover - Interior Side / Endpaper |
General Information |
Diplomatic request page written in English and French.
| The Secretary of State of the United States of America hereby requests all whom it may concern to permit the citizen(s) / national(s) of the United States named herein to pass without delay or hindrance and in case of need to give all lawful aid and protection. |
| Le Secrétaire d'État des États-Unis d'Amérique prie par les présentes à qui de droit de permettre au(x) porteur(s) ici nommé(s) de passer sans délai ni difficulté et, en cas de besoin, de donner au(x) dit(s) porteur(s) toute l'aide et toute la protection légitimes nécessaires. |
On page 4, a rubber-stamped notice was added.
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NOTICE
This passport must not be used by any person other than the person to whom issued or in violation of the conditions or restrictions placed therein or in violation of the rules regulating the issuance of passports. Any willful violation of these laws and regulations will subject the offender to prosecution under Title 18, United States Code, Section 1544. |
Messages were printed on page 24 and interior side of back cover.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
THIS PASSPORT IS THE PROPERTY OF THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT. IT MUST BE SURRENDERED UPON DEMAND MADE BY AN AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE. THE PASSPORT IS NOT VALID UNLESS SIGNED BY THE BEARER ON PAGE TWO.
LOSS, THEFT OR DESTRUCTION OF PASSPORT must be reported immediately to the local police authorities and to the Passport Office, Washington, D.C. 20524, or, if overseas, to the nearest American consular office.
ALTERATION OR MUTILATION OF PASSPORT. This passport must not be altered or mutilated in any way. Alteration may make it INVALID and, if willful, may subject you to prosecution (Title 18, U.S. Code, Section 1543). Only authorized officials of the United States or of foreign countries in connection with official matters, may place stamps or make statements, notations or additions in this passport. You must not alter any dates or make any changes in your description, on the photograph, or on any other page of this passport. You are permitted, however, to amend or update personal information for your own convenience on the inside front cover.
EXPIRATION. This passport is valid for five years unless expressly limited to a shorter period. The expiration date is given on page two.
LOSS OF NATIONALITY. You may lose your United States nationality by being naturalized in, or by taking an oath or making a declaration of allegiance to, a foreign state; or by serving in the armed forces or accepting employment under the government of a foreign state. For detailed information, consult the nearest American consular office.
DUAL NATIONALS. A person is considered a dual national when he owes allegiance to more than one country at the same time. A claim to allegiance may be based on facts of birth, marriage, parentage or naturalization. A dual national may, while in the jurisdiction of the other country which considers him its national, be subject to all of its laws, including being conscripted for military service. Dual nationals who encounter problems should contact the nearest American consular office.
WHEN TRAVELING IN DISTURBED AREAS you should keep in touch with the nearest American consular office.
DURING PROLONGED RESIDENCE ABROAD you should register at the nearest American consular office. |
Inside back cover:
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GENERAL INFORMATION
IMMUNIZATIONS. Under the International Health Regulations adopted By the World Health Organization, an International Certificate of Vaccination against smallpox may be required as a condition of entry to any country. An International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever or cholera may be required by some countries. For return to the United States, only a smallpox certificate will be required if, within the past 14 days, a traveler has visited a country reporting smallpox. Specific information on required and recommended immunizations and prophylaxis for travel to all areas of the world may be obtained from your local or State health department.
HEALTH INSURANCE. Persons considering foreign travel should determine what health insurance coverage, if any, they have while outside the United States. Social Security Medicare does not cover health care costs outside the United States except under limited circumstances in Canada and Mexico.
CUSTOM SERVICE. The pamphlet, "Know Before You Go," gives you current pertinent information about Customs requirements, and how they apply to articles acquired abroad. Obtain a copy from your nearest Customs office or from the U.S. Customs Service, P.O. Box 7118, Washington, D.C. 20044.
TREASURY. Treasury regulations prohibit the unlicensed purchase or importation of merchandise of Cuban, North Korean, Vietnamese, Cambodian or Southern Rhodesian origin. For information, write to the Office of Foreign Assets Control, Treasury Department, Washington. D.C. 20220.
AGRICULTURE. Your reentry into the United States will be speeded if you bring with you NO foreign meat, other animal products, birds, animals, fruits, vegetables, plants, soil or other agricultural items. It is unlawful to import foreign agricultural items without permission since they may carry destructive plant or animal pests and diseases. For specific information, write "Quarantines," PPQ, APHIS, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Hyattsville, Maryland 20782. |