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Verification methodology

A draft framework for the steps we will follow when assessing archival records.

This methodology is a draft and will be finalised after approval by the academic review board.
  1. 1

    Source identification

    Establish the holding institution, collection and access conditions of the document.

  2. 2

    Cataloguing

    Record date, language, script, fonds and file details in a standard form.

  3. 3

    Cross-verification

    Compare the information with independent secondary sources and note any contradictions.

  4. 4

    Independent academic review

    Have the record assessed by an independent board member with expertise in the field.

  5. 5

    Publication & correction

    Publish with its verification level; correct in light of new findings while preserving the record's history.