The word “archive” is derived from the Greek word arkheion, meaning “public records.” An archive is a collection of primary sources, which are documents or other materials created by participants in or witnesses to an event. Archives can be found in libraries, museums, historical societies, and government offices. Archives are important because they preserve the… Read More
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An archive is a collection of documents or records that are preserved for historical purposes. Archives can be found in libraries, museums, and other institutions. They can also be found online. The purpose of an archive is to preserve history and to provide access to information for research purposes. Archives are important because they allow… Read More
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The Internet Archive is a nonprofit digital library with the stated mission of “universal access to all knowledge.” It offers free public access to collections of digitized materials, including websites, software applications/games, music, movies/videos, moving images, and nearly three million books. Its resources are provided by a mix of libraries, archives, and individual donors. Founded… Read More
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