Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS)

Historical Date: 
2004
Description: 
Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS) is a standard for creating access tools for all forms of archival materials, including their archival creators and the forms of creator names. DACS was officially approved by the Society of American Archivists as an SAA standard in March, 2004. DACS supersedes APPM and guides archivists and catalogers in creating robust descriptive systems and records.
Timeline Placement Date: 
March 1, 2004