Stasi records archive

The Stasi Records Archive is a large collection of documents created by the East German secret police (Stasi) during the Cold War era. It contains files on millions of citizens, including reports, surveillance data, and personal correspondence. After German reunification in 1990, these records were preserved and made accessible to the public, allowing individuals to learn about potential surveillance or agency interest in their lives. The archive promotes transparency and helps researchers study the impact of state security operations on society and personal privacy during East Germany's communist period.