Collection 158 - The Guardian and the Observer Digital Archive

Identity area

Reference code

MR-RT-158

Title

The Guardian and the Observer Digital Archive

Date(s)

  • 1791 - 2003 (Accumulation)

Level of description

Collection

Extent and medium

Unknown ; Publications

Context area

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Name of creator

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Content and structure area

Scope and content

This archive will eventually contain the digital reproduction of every page, article and advert published in the Guardian (since 1821) and the Observer (since 1791). Currently it is up to 2000. A search for Rivonia Trial reveals articles from both newspapers.

Appraisal, destruction and scheduling

Accruals

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Conditions of access and use area

Conditions governing access

Searching is free of charge. Paid timed access passes available to view in full or print.

Conditions governing reproduction

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Script of material

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Physical characteristics and technical requirements

Finding aids

Electronic catalogue available online - http://archive.guardian.co.uk

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Dates of creation revision deletion

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