This directory points to external resources. The linked institutions hold or describe their own collections; Korea Truth Commission does not claim ownership, partnership or unrestricted access to them.
Korean history and records
National Archives: Korean War records
Browse the research starting page for military and electronic records. Read collection descriptions carefully: a U.S. agency’s files reflect its remit and are not a complete record of Korean civilian life.
Diplomatic records concerning Korea
Selected Korea records in State Department files (PDF) identifies material in Record Group 59. Use it to plan a search, then consult the relevant catalog and access conditions.
Documentary heritage and public memory
UNESCO: Gwangju documentary heritage introduces the 1980 archives associated with the May 18 Democratic Uprising. Documentary recognition and historical interpretation are different tasks.
Research practice
Oral History Association: principles and best practices offers resources on interviewing, ethics and access.
OHCHR: Archives (PDF) discusses archives in transitional-justice settings.
Before using a resource
- Check its creator, scope and dates.
- Record the item identifier and version you consulted.
- Check access, reuse and translation conditions.
- Compare evidence from different perspectives.
For practical reading guides, visit Articles. Links are starting points, not endorsements of every statement published by the institutions.