The records relating to the Dawes Commission concerning enrollment and allotment remain among the most popular records of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. These records are used by tribal members and tribal governments to prove tribal lineage. Gen...
“Come, my brave fellows, stick to your posts and the day will soon be ours”
- Private Edward Elley
Revolutionary War veteran Edward Elley was 95 years old when he recounted the story of his service in a swo...
Jimmy Carter waving from Air Force One, National Archives Identifier 174775
October 1st was not only the 99th birthday of our longest-lived president, Jimmy Carter, it’s also the anniversary of the ope...
Are we alone? Explore declassified records related to Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs).
Scientific Study of UFOs (Unidentified Flying Objects) [image cropped] National Archives Identifier 295136808
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We hope you’ve had a chance to try out the preview version of our newly redesigned Catalog.We are putting the finishing touches on the new Catalog, and introducing new features and functionality on a regular basis. The new Catalog will official...
The National Archives Catalog is getting an upgrade! We are excited to announce a sneak preview of our fully redesigned and modernized online public access Catalog. This new and improved Catalog maximizes our ability to make the records of the Nation...
Yosemite National Park National Archives Identifier 231740796Do your summer travel plans include a stop at one of our nation’s National Parks?We hope you can visit one of the many parks, monuments, battlefields, lakeshores, recreation areas, tr...
Attention, educators! Join the National Archives and Presidential Libraries this summer for free, online and onsite professional development opportunities. Learn about topics such as Presidential Character and Decision Making, the Bill of Rights and ...
Maps and charts have always played an important role in the planning and execution of military operations. Military maps, nautical charts, and fortification plans form a significant part of the holdings in the Cartographic Branch. Among these records...
Mathew Brady was one of the most prolific photographers of the nineteenth century, creating visual documentation of the Civil War period. While Mathew Brady’s exact birthdate is unknown (circa 1822 - 1824), this year marks the beginning of the ...
The Still Picture Branch at the National Archives safeguards many series of posters used during World War II by the United States Government. The messages range from the promotion of Victory Gardens and the war effort to military recruitment, educati...
Curious about the most viewed and sought out documents in the holdings of the National Archives? Explore the Milestone Documents website! This newly redesigned website features digitized primary source documents that highlight pivotal moments in the ...
Transcribing the 1950 CensusThe National Archives launched the 1950 Census website on April 1, 2022. We hope you’ve had a chance to search the 1950 Census and learn more about your family history and life in the United States in 1950. The websi...
The 1950 Census is here!After 72 years of confidentiality, the 1950 Census is here!The 1950 census is now available for everyone to view on a free, dedicated website from the National Archives: 1950census.archives.govVisit our website for full access...
While we celebrate information access every day at the National Archives, Sunshine Week is an annual event celebrating freedom of information, transparency, and open government. Join us this week as we shine a light on some popular declassified recor...
From providing assistance in times of emergency, to offering instruction and caring for the sick, nurses have always been essential to the mission of the American National Red Cross.World War II Posters, 1942 - 1945. "Volunteer for Victory," National...
The National Archives Catalog is going through some exciting changes! We need your help to make sure these changes are on the right track.We are looking for feedback from interested Catalog users of all levels to help us create the Next Generation Ca...
As athletes and spectators across the world prepare for the 2022 Winter Olympic games in Beijing, we are weaving our way through the National Archives Catalog to bring you records related to historic Olympic Games and participants.Downhill Skiing Win...
Today we salute the hard working canine mascots of the U.S. Coast Guard."Knobby" at the wheel. The mongrel mascot of a Coast Guard 83-foot rescue cutter stayed with his shipmates in the historic sweep across the English Channel. National Archives Ide...
One of the best parts of the holiday season is the opportunity to say thank you to our Catalog community and Citizen Archivists. We are grateful for your efforts to make the records of the National Archives more accessible to everyone.As we wrap up a...
80 years ago today, on the morning of December 7, 1941, Japanese bombers and torpedo planes staged a surprise attack on the U.S. Pacific fleet anchored at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, propelling the United States into World War II. In less than 2 hours, the...
The holiday season is here. Time to put on our historic chef hats, preheat the oven, and get started on our winter weather menus!Executive Chef Cliff Ledford and Mary Bloxson prepare a salad in the kitchen of the Mustin Beach Officers Club. Naval Air...
Veterans Day is observed annually on November 11, honoring those who served in the United States Armed Forces. Each year, we acknowledge the work done and sacrifices made by our men and women in uniform.A joint services color guard marches in the ded...
