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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

WEBSITE UPDATE: Due to ongoing maintenance, our full online collections are not going to be available for some time. However, the current website link will now provide temporary access to our collections guide, our policies and most-accessed collections. nationalarchives.gov.fk

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Archives and Records Association UK and Ireland @araukie.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

We haven't quite reached our target yet to send a @aranewprofs.bsky.social new professional to conference - please give generously www.peoplesfundraising.com/donation/202... If we can't raise the money next year we might not be able to do this at all.

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Donation - Help a New Professional to get to Conference this year We are currently fundraising for the 2026 New Professional Conference Bursary - if you'd like to help someone starting out in their ca...

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

🌟 Our latest service update has been circulated and you can access it below to read about the new material we have uploaded to the JCNA website on natural history (fauna), government letter books and much more! 🧾 nationalarchives.gov.fk/about-archiv... @falklandsinuk.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Day 30 #WhyArchives For the final day of #Archive30 we considered why our Archives are so important to the Falkland Islands. View our online collections here: nationalarchives.gov.fk @arascot.bsky.social @falklandsinuk.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Day 29: #ArchiveFuture #Archive30 Like many archives worldwide, we are increasingly receiving material born in digital formats. Future plans will involve building expertise and resources to manage and preserve these materials. @arascot.bsky.social @falklandsinuk.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Day 28: #ArchiveOutreach #Archive30 Over the past two years we have engaged in a number of outreach activities to increase awareness for our service. You can sign up to our mailing list to find out more: nationalarchives.gov.fk/about-archiv... @arascot.bsky.social @falklandsinuk.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Day 27: #archivebeginnings #Archive30 Whilst our collections predominantly start with the arrival of Governor Moody in 1841, we do hold some correspondence relating to the Islands from the 1830's. @arascot.bsky.social @falklandsinuk.bsky.social

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Who Do You Think You Are? Magazine @wdytyamagazine.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Day 24: #businessarchives #Archive30 The JCNA holds an extensive collection of records from the Falkland Islands Company Limited, which since 1851 has remained one of the main employers on the Islands. Find out more on our website: nationalarchives.gov.fk/online-colle...

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Day 23: #ArchivePeople #Archive30 The 'People' section on our website provides access to information about some of the early settlers to the Islands, descendants of which still remain. See our website: nationalarchives.gov.fk/online-colle... @arascot.bsky.social @falklandsinuk.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Day 22: #soundandvision #Archive30 Our collections include a growing range of visual and audio material, that we aim to digitise and make more accessible for researchers. @arascot.bsky.social @falklandsinuk.bsky.social @falklandsradio.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Day 21: #ArchivePlan #Archive30 We hold a number of plans relating to different buildings and structures across the Islands, including Cape Pembroke Lighthouse, monuments and war memorials. @arascot.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Day 20: #ArchiveAppraisals #Archive30 Our website provides information on our collections remit and the process we follow to accession materials: nationalarchives.gov.fk/about-archiv... @arascot.bsky.social @falklandsinuk.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Day 17: #ArchiveStorage #Archive30 We are very fortunate to now have a purpose-built archive facility, however in the past storage arrangements were rather more vulnerable than they are today! @arascot.bsky.social @falklandsinuk.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Day 16: #ArchiveMyth #Archive30 Whilst we do not operate in quite the same way as a library or museum, we do provide a public service for the local community and overseas researchers. @arascot.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Day 15: #ArchiveConservation #Archive30 We are currently digitising more records in this series relating to wildlife protection and conservation, which will be available soon! @arascot.bsky.social @arainternational.bsky.social @falklandsinuk.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Day 14: #unusualarchives #Archive30 Many files and correspondence in our collections document the unusual challenges faced for the administration of a remote island community, and the solutions they devised to overcome these challenges. @arascot.bsky.social @falklandsinuk.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Day 13: #ColourfulArchives Our map collection contains some colourful maps and plans, especially those depicting the different farm boundaries. This example is from 1950. @arascot.bsky.social @falklandsinuk.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Day 10: #CataloguingCollections Once a record is accessioned into our collections, we follow a process to catalogue each item. This makes it easier for ourselves and researchers to locate information on particular topics or time periods. @arascot.bsky.social @falklandsinuk.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Day 9: #SportArchives We have an active sporting community in the Falklands, however in the 1920's the Athletic Club faced some unique challenges to playing their weekend game of football! @arascot.bsky.social @falklandsinuk.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Day 8: #archivepast The JCNA letterbooks provide a fascinating insight into the government administration from the 1840's onwards, particularly the challenges faced whilst establishing Stanley as the principle settlement. @arascot.bsky.social @falklandsinuk.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Day 7: #ArchiveAnimals Whilst we hold material concerning the diverse wildlife of the Falkland Islands, we also have an Agricultural section which gives an insight into early farm management and importation of livestock: nationalarchives.gov.fk/online.../ag... @arascot.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

Day 6: #SomethingSmall Our photographic collections contain some really tiny photographs that are best appreciated when viewed through a magnifying glass! @arascot.bsky.social @falklandsinuk.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Day 2: #archivebuildings At the JCNA we have a substantial collection of maps and plans, including government buildings, street maps, admiralty charts, farm boundaries, and settlement buildings. nationalarchives.gov.fk/online.../bu... @arascot.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

We are excited to be participating in the 2026 #Archive30, sharing more highlights from our fascinating collections. Follow our social media posts to see how we respond to the chosen themes over the next month. Today's theme: #YourArchive @arascot.bsky.social @arainternational.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

The JCNA are pleased to share the latest issue of the newsletter which you can access here: nationalarchives.gov.fk/jdownloads/N... @falklandsinuk.bsky.social @exploreyourarchive.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

We will be circulating our Newsletter this week - sign up to our mailing list to receive a digital copy! Access the form here: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon... [JCNA. PC-006-0213. Nigel Cameron reading a newspaper. Cameron Collection] @falklandsinuk.bsky.social @exploreyourarchive.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

FIMA Friends Lecture - The Archaeology of Port Louis by Dr Robert Philpott 📅 Tues 10 Feb 🕓 4pm (FI)/ 7pm (UK) 🖇️Join Zoom Meeting: us06web.zoom.us/j/8963638429... Meeting ID: 896 3638 4298 | Passcode: 956310 @falklandsinuk.bsky.social (Posted on behalf of FIMA Friends Group)

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

FIMA Friends Lecture - Mail of the Falklands by Hugh Osborne 📅 Thurs 15 Jan 🕓 4pm (FI)/ 7pm (UK) 🖇️Join Zoom Meeting: us06web.zoom.us/j/8521579616... Meeting ID: 852 1579 6162 | Passcode: 629688 @falklandsinuk.bsky.social (Posted on behalf of FIMA Friends Group)

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

FIMA Friends Lecture - The Archaeology of Lafonia by Dr Robert Philpott - Part 1/2 📅 Thurs 8 Jan 🕓 4pm (FI)/ 7pm (UK) 🖇️Join Zoom Meeting: us06web.zoom.us/j/8937624811... Meeting ID: 893 7624 8113 | Passcode: 983659 @falklandsinuk.bsky.social (Posted on behalf of FIMA Friends Group)

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to our followers near and far! The JCNA will be closed from 24th December and reopening on 5th January.

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

FIMA Friends Lecture - Antarctic Commander, Captain Stuart Lawrence 📅 Thurs 11 Dec 🕓 4pm (FI)/ 7pm (UK) 🖇️Join Zoom Meeting: us06web.zoom.us/j/8840774680... Meeting ID: 884 0774 6800 | Passcode: 745562 @falklandsinuk.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

#ExploreYourArchive Day 9 #EYAYourArchives This year we launched our Volunteer Programme, with members of the community volunteering on transcription and digitisation projects. There are opportunities for people to get involved remotely. Find out more: nationalarchives.gov.fk/about-archiv...

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

#ExploreYourArchive Day 8 #EYAAnniversaries Read more about the 100th Anniversary of the construction of the Bodie Creek Bridge in our Archives newsletter from 2024 and 2025 (Issue. 1): nationalarchives.gov.fk/about-archiv... @exploreyourarchive.bsky.social @arainternational.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

#ExploreYourArchive Day 7 #EYAInclusion Whilst there is more we want to do to make our collections more accessible, we are proud of the advocacy work we have undertaken so far to engage with our local community. nationalarchives.gov.fk/about-archiv... @exploreyourarchive.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

#ExploreYourArchive Day 6 #EYADigital Since our upgraded website launched back in August/September, we are happy to be able to share more of our collections with researchers around the world. Visit our website: nationalarchives.gov.fk

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

#ExploreYourArchives Day 5 #pets At the Jane Cameron National Archives we do love a good pet photograph, here is one of the feathered variety from 1888! @exploreyourarchive.bsky.social @arascot.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

#exploreyourarchive Day 4 #silence "...At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them". nationalarchives.gov.fk/online-colle... @exploreyourarchive.bsky.social @arascot.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

#exploreyourarchives Day 3- #medieval This topic was a little tricky for us, bearing in mind that the earliest records in our collection date from the 1830's-40's, so we have approached the theme from a slightly different angle... @exploreyourarchive.bsky.social @arascot.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 30/11/2025

#exploreyourarchive Day 2 #beauty For today's theme, we highlight a Falkland-born celebrity of the early 1900's, whose portrait features in several photograph albums in our collection. @arascot.bsky.social @arainternational.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 29/11/2025

#exploreyourarchive Day 1 #conservation Here at the Jane Cameron National Archives we work hard to ensure that our collections are preserved for generations to come. @arascot.bsky.social @arainternational.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

We are so pleased to be included in the UK National Archives 'A Year in Archives' publication🌟 You can read our piece in the 'Highlights' section: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/archives-sec... Thank you @uknatarcsector.bsky.social for promoting the amazing work happening across the archives sector!🧾

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Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire Archives Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire Archives completed a large scale collections’ move from one archive building to another with certain items going into interim o...

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Today is #WorldDigitalPreservationDay This year's theme asks the question ‘Why Preserve?’ Due to our remote physical location, digitisation enables the JCNA not only to preserve documents, but also to make them more accessible for researchers around the world.

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

As today is #askanarchivistday remember that you can always get in touch with the Jane Cameron National Archives team to discover more about Falkland Islands history.

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

Today we are celebrating Chloe’s win of ‘Record Keeper of the Year 2025’ awarded yesterday by the UK & Ireland Archives & Records Association! A very well-deserved win for our hard-working archivist! @arainternational.bsky.social @araukie.bsky.social @falklandsinuk.bsky.social

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

The latest edition of the Newsletter is now available on our website with a range of articles including: -The Varied Life of Arthur George Bennett -Website Revamped and Ready for Researchers -Rickles in Time- Peat Records 1916-1193 nationalarchives.gov.fk/about-archiv...

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

Archives Mailing List Sign Up 📣✏️ It's SO easy! We've made a form so in a few simple clicks, you can add your contact details to receive our updates including: ✔️Latest docs on the website ✔️Service Activities ✔️Upcoming events @falklandsinuk.bsky.social forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

The JCNA are working this week and next on our annual collections care procedures, including using a special conservation vaccum to clean some of our letter books 📖📘 #ArchivesCleaning #Conservation #WinterClean

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

We have the opposite here in the #FalklandIslands - with snow and ice outside, the archive store feels oddly warm!! ❄️ What about other #international archives? 🌍 🧾

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Jane Cameron National Archives @jcnarchives.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

Just to let our users know that the Archives website will shortly be closing for maintenance and upgrading. We hope to be back online soon, with improved site navigation, and more items from our collection to view!

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