Storage and Users

Yes, I've come upon some information in regards to how the archives were stored, though they are specific examples (see Christian Monastic Archives and Henry II). I am not sure if I can put it in the general introduction, as the practices were very localised to particular archives.

In terms of system to manage archives, the only evidence is the use of cartularies. Otherwise, there is not much information on practices. There might be something I'm forgetting at the moment.

So far all I have found is that those who kept the archives used them. Since it was usual for copies of records to be made for each person involved in the action, they kept their own records and did not share them publicly.

Still, interesting questions to keep in mind. Will address them more fully in my edits and additions.

MargaretHunter (talk)18:12, 27 March 2015