Bbc archive news
A treasure trove of historical news!
The BBC Archive News is a vast collection of news programs and reports from the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) dating back to the 1920s. The archive contains over 1 million hours of footage, including newsreels, documentaries, and current affairs programs.
You can access the BBC Archive News through various platforms:
- BBC iPlayer: The BBC iPlayer offers a selection of archive news programs, including newsreels, documentaries, and current affairs programs. You can search by date, topic, or keyword.
- BBC News Archive: The BBC News Archive website provides access to a vast collection of news articles, videos, and audio clips from the past. You can search by date, topic, or keyword.
- British Pathé: British Pathé is a leading archive of historical footage, including newsreels, documentaries, and sports footage. You can search by date, topic, or keyword.
- YouTube: Many BBC Archive News programs are available on YouTube, including newsreels, documentaries, and current affairs programs. You can search by date, topic, or keyword.
- National Archives: The National Archives (TNA) in the UK holds a vast collection of historical records, including newsreels and documentaries from the BBC Archive News. You can search by date, topic, or keyword.
Some popular topics and programs in the BBC Archive News include:
- World War II: Newsreels and documentaries from the 1940s, including coverage of the war, the Blitz, and the D-Day landings.
- Cold War: Newsreels and documentaries from the 1950s and 1960s, including coverage of the Cuban Missile Crisis, the Berlin Wall, and the Vietnam War.
- Royal Family: Newsreels and documentaries about the British Royal Family, including coronations, weddings, and state visits.
- Space Exploration: Newsreels and documentaries about space exploration, including the Apollo missions, the Moon landings, and the early days of the Space Shuttle program.
- Disasters and Emergencies: Newsreels and documentaries about natural disasters, such as hurricanes, earthquakes, and floods, as well as man-made disasters, such as industrial accidents and terrorist attacks.
Remember to respect copyright laws and usage guidelines when accessing and using the BBC Archive News.