Yad Vashem's Official Documents Collection
Explore authentic historical records from the Holocaust era, preserved for future generations.
Official Documents Categories
Government Proclamations
Includes decrees and administrative orders from European governments during 1933-1945.
Explore CollectionWar Diaries
Authentic wartime journals and reports from military and civilian authorities.
Browse DiariesCensus Records
Pre-war demographic records showing Jewish population statistics across Europe.
View RecordsDocument Preservation Standards
Our conservation team uses acid-free paper, climate-controlled storage at 65%RH ±5% and 19°C ±1°C, UV-filtered display cases, and digital scanning (48-bit CMYK, 600dpi TIFF) to preserve these irreplaceable documents for both physical and digital access.
Academic researchers must submit formal applications through our digital portal. All requests undergo review by our archives committee to ensure compliance with preservation policies and ethical research standards.
Research Application Portal