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This is an official NATO-issued document bag produced for the 50th Anniversary NATO Summit, held April 23–25, 1999, in Washington, D.C., USA.
The front embroidery reads: “NATO Anniversary Summit – Host Committee – 50”
alongside the official NATO compass emblem, confirming its direct association with the event.
Date & Location
• Dates: April 23–25, 1999
• Location: Washington, D.C., United States
• Host Nation: United States
• Host Leader: Bill Clinton
Iconic Figures in Attendance
The 1999 NATO Summit brought together heads of state, prime ministers, and senior officials from member nations. Notable leaders in attendance included:
• Bill Clinton – President of the United States (Host)
• Tony Blair – Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
• Jacques Chirac – President of France
• Gerhard Schröder – Chancellor of Germany
The summit also formally welcomed Poland, Hungary, and the Czech Republic as new NATO member states, making this event a milestone in post–Cold War history.
Historical Significance
• Marked NATO’s 50th Anniversary
• Took place during the Kosovo conflict, a defining moment for NATO’s modern military role
• Represented NATO’s first major expansion eastward
• One of the most consequential NATO summits of the late 20th century
Bag Details
• Manufacturer: Ashten Products
• Model: Deluxe Document Bag
• Original manufacturer tag still attached
• Condition: New / Unused
• Heavy-duty construction with buckle closures
• Embroidered insignia (not printed)
The presence of the original retail tag is uncommon and enhances collectible value.
Collector Context
This is not a retail souvenir.
These bags were produced for official summit use by delegates, staff, and accredited participants and were not offered to the public.
Ideal for collectors of: • NATO & military alliance history
• Political and diplomatic memorabilia
• Presidential-era artifacts (late 1990s)
• Summit-issued or credential-related items
