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Federal agencies hold general and special collections of books, manuscripts, documents, photographs, maps, architectural drawings, audio-visual materials, graphic, and other materials. These are the i... Federal agencies hold general and special collections of books, manuscripts, documents, photographs, maps, architectural drawings, audio-visual materials, graphic, and other materials. These are the intellectual and cultural heritage assets of the United States. Many of these materials requiring preservation vary widely in date of origin, composition, and condition. Successful preservation of the materials requires outsourcing to well-trained, experienced professionals with specialized skills, facilities, and equipment.