Departmental archives of Somme, Departmental archives in Amiens, France.
The Departmental Archives of Somme is a document repository holding more than 26,500 linear meters of materials in a building specially designed by architect Jean Herbault. The facility safeguards a broad collection spanning centuries of regional history.
The collection began following a royal decree in 1539 that mandated systematic recording of civil documents across France. From that point, it documented births, marriages, and deaths throughout the Somme region for centuries to come.
The archives hold extensive parish records and civil registers that document family connections and local history across generations in the Somme region. Visitors can explore World War I documents and vintage photographs that reveal how communities lived through major historical events.
The location sits on Rue Saint-Fuscien and welcomes visitors on weekdays with free access to research facilities. The site works well for people who want to spend time reviewing documents at their own pace.
The archives hold one of the most complete collections of World War I materials in northern France, featuring letters, photographs, and personal items from soldiers and civilians. These materials allow visitors to understand the human experiences of the war on a personal level.
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