Formatting Proper Credit Lines — Formatting Proper Credit Lines

Using proper credit lines helps document sources accurately and informs the public about available government photographic resources. Including the specific photo number in both electronic and print publications is highly useful for both researchers and archival staff.

NARA suggests several preferred formats, such as 'National Archives photo no. 80-G-32500' or 'Courtesy National Archives, photo no. ' Furthermore, the agency appreciates receiving a copy of any publication that makes extensive use of their photographic collection.