If you select a fonds in the hierarchical structure, the classification will open beneath the hierarchical structure and the fonds information will be displayed to the right. Alternatively, you can enter a fonds reference code in the Signatur (reference code) field, select Bestandssignatur (fonds reference code) and run a simple or advanced search. This will take you straight to the information on the fonds.

The fonds information is divided into various sections, such as the fonds history, the cataloguing status and further reading. You can open a section by clicking on its plus sign or heading.

If you would like to view the cataloguing information for individual items in the archive, you can keep clicking to navigate through the classification.

Information on the “DA 1 Volkskammer der DDR” fonds: