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It was established on September 24, 1963 under the name of "National
History Studies Centre" and inaugurated in June 1964. It was given the name
of "Centre of Documents and Contemporary History of Egypt" in July 27,
1967.
CDCHE is
responsible for conducting a comprehensive survey of all possible documents,
whether available in Egypt or abroad, pertaining to the contemporary history of
Egypt. The presentation of analytical catalogues and publication of attested
copies of the original collections, deepens the consciousness of national
identity by authenticating Egypt's modern history and the role played by its
prominent personalities in the national movement in pursuit of autonomy.
In
order to achieve these goals, the centre works through the framework stated
below.
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Collecting all
documents, pertaining to contemporary history of Egypt, from Ministries,
Government Agencies and individuals in order to prepare extensive
studies intended for publication.
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Conducting
substantive research and studies on the contemporary history of Egypt, the
data for which is derived from reference books, documents, periodicals,
diaries and memoranda of national leaders, under the supervision of
professionals working in the field.
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Rendering to
professionals, researchers and modern history scholars all possible
facilities for the examination of the diaries and memoranda of
ex-politicians, Arabic and foreign periodicals and minutes of meetings of
the Representative Councils in Egypt and Britain. This supplements the role
played by the centre as a connecting link between researchers and other
circles where information of their interest is available.
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Publishing the
research and studies undertaken by the centre's professionals so that
students of history and general readers may fully benefit from such
completed substantive research activities.
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Issuance of a
monthly series entitled "Renaissance of Egypt", which assists in
bringing about a better understanding of the modern history of Egypt. |
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