Studi di archivistica, bibliografia, paleografia

Including the Archival Context in the Historian’s Materials: The Advantages of Archival Standard Databases in Historical Research

VINCULUM Project Database and Information System Guide

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Abstract

This paper examines the challenges and solutions in designing historical databases, focusing on maintaining archival context and relational integrity. Databases often prioritize specific inquiries, neglecting the comprehensive relationships and temporal transmission crucial for accurate historical analysis. The VINCULUM Project’s database demonstrates the benefits of integrating international standards in order to preserve the integrity of information and enhance its reliability through design rationale, practical implementation, and the importance of an accompanying ‘Information System Guide’ to aid researchers. The conclusion underscores the necessity of providing comprehensive guidelines to ensure effective information‑seeking and knowledge organization.


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Submitted: May 23, 2024 | Accepted: Sept. 2, 2024 | Published May 22, 2025 | Language: en

Keywords Entail • Archival footprint • VINCULUM Project • Historical‑archival databases • Information System Guide

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