Identity area
Reference code
ZA MR-RT-027
Title
Rivonia Trial
Date(s)
- 1964 (Accumulation)
Level of description
Collection
Extent and medium
3 reels ; Microfilm
Context area
Name of creator
Administrative history
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Records of the State vs. Nelson Mandela and nine others. Microfilm, 35 mm. Originals in South African Institute of Race Relations Archive at University of Witwatersrand (see AD1844). The microfilm is identical to the set of records at Wits and is missing the same volumes. Includes charge sheets, the indictment, opening address, statements, evidence, evaluation of evidence and exhibits, bail applications, sentencing. An important section of the collection relates to preparation of the defence as this was the defence team's set of records pertaining to the trial.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
Unrestricted