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 A List of A.A. History Sites Description: Comprehensive reference list of A.A. history sites and resources used by A.A. historian Dick B. (dickb.com) |
| A Manual for Alcoholics Anonymous - 1940 Description: A Manual for Alcoholics Anonymous From AA Group No. 1, Akron, Ohio, 1940 - Dr. Bob's Home Group (barefootsworld.net) |
| A.A. History and Archives at Indiana University Description: Development of spiritual aspects of the A.A. program. Consists of articles and resource material formatted for easy printing. (mypage.iusb.edu) |
| A.A. History Buffs Description: A discussion group for those interested in the history of Alcoholics Anonymous. (Was replaced by AA History Lovers.) (groups.yahoo.com) |
| A.A. History by Mitchell K. Description: A collection of articles by historian and archivist Mitchell K. on the history of Alcoholics Anonymous. (alcoholism.about.com) |
| A.A. History Lovers Description: A discussion group for those interested in the history of Alcoholics Anonymous. Replaced the earlier History Buffs group. (groups.yahoo.com) |
| A.A. in Regular Magazines Description: Complete text of several articles in general circulation magazines. From the History Lovers archive. ["Next" "Previous" scrolls more] (health.groups.yahoo.com) |
| A.A. in Religious Magazines Description: Complete text of several articles in religious magazines. From the History Lovers archive. ["Next" "Previous" scrolls more] (health.groups.yahoo.com) |
| AA Basics: A Study Description: One writer's view of the Twelve Steps and their relation to Holy Bible passages in James, Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, and 1 Corinthians 13. (dickb.com) |
| AA Grapevine Digital Archives Description: Trace the history of Alcoholics Anonymous through the news and views of members over the years. "AA Grapevine" magazine article since the first issue. [Subscription] (aagrapevine.org) |
| AA Grapevine on Early Groups Description: Collection of articles 1944-48 about activities of groups as they formed. Complete Grapevine text. From the History Lovers archives. (groups.yahoo.com) |
| AA History and Trivia Description: A sober web site for recovering alcoholics. Questions and answers on AA History and other fun for members of Alcoholics Anonymous and their friends. (aahistory.com) |
| AA History from Cybriety.org Description: Scores of articles, letters, and pictures about the development of Alcoholics Anonymous. (rewritables.net) |
| Alcoholics and God - Liberty Magazine Description: The September 1939 Liberty Magazine article on Alcoholics Anonymous. First national coverage of AA. (eskimo.com) |
| Alcoholics Anonymous Historical Data Description: The Birth of A.A. and its growth in U.S. and Canada. By the AA General Service Office. (aa.org) |
| Alcoholics Anonymous in Bristol and the West of England Description: Brief history of how AA came to Bristol, England, and spread from there. (rewritables.net) |
| An 1878 View of The Washingtonians Description: Article from book "The Temperance Reform and its Great Reformers." The Washingtonians was an early predecessor of AA which faded away. (eskimo.com) |
| An A.A. History Archive Description: A collection of articles and letters relating to the early history of Alcoholics Anonymous. (silkworth.net) |
| An Illustrated AA Bibliography Description: Articles about important figures in the history of Alcoholics Anonymous. Some Oxford Group material. Links to pages with some audio clips. (aabibliography.com) |
| An Interpretation of the Twelve Steps Description: "First printed in September 1944" according to the first page. Steps are broken into four discussion topics. Also known as The Detroit Pamphlet. (PDF requires Acrobat Reader) (aanapa.org) |
| Angel of Hope Description: Offers a video biography of Sister Ignatia who provided medical care for many early members of Alcoholics Anonymous. (srsofcharity.org) |
| Archives International Documenting Early A.A. Roots and History Description: A history of Alcoholics Anonymous beginning's from 1925 to 1955 (archivesinternational.org) |
| Articles, Letters, and Pamphlets from Early AA Description: A collection of newspaper and magazine articles important to the growth of Alcoholics Anonymous. More history from old letters, brochures, and pamphlets. Compiled by the West Baltimore Group. (a-1associates.com) |
| Australian AA History Description: Tells of the start and growth of Alcoholics Anonymous in Australia (1942 thru 1999). (alcoholicsanonymous.org.au) |
| Big Book Early Manuscript Description: This early draft of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous was written before the manuscript that was distributed for review. (rewritables.net) |
| Bill W Obituary Description: New York Times News Service article on the passing of A.A. co-founder Bill W on Sunday, January 24, 1971. (sobercity.com) |
| Bill W: Brooklyn's Most-Quoted Humanitarian Description: Excerpt from "Bill W." by Robert Thomsen summarizes the influence of the Alcoholics Anonymous co-founcer. (nycvisit.com) |
| Biographies of the Authors of the Big Book Stories Description: The short biographies of the various authors of the stories in the back of the book - Alcoholics Anonymous. (a-1associates.com) |
| Christian or Occult Roots? Description: The authors suggest that AA did not originate in Christianity since it has never required members to believe in Christ crucified. (psychoheresy-aware.org) |
| Circle and Triangle Logo Description: What Happened To The Triangle In the Circle? History of why this symbol was removed from Alcoholics Anonymous publications in 1993. (barefootsworld.net) |
| Clarence Snyder - Home Brewmeister Description: A biography of the man who started AA in Cleveland, Ohio. This was the first group to be called Alcoholics Anonymous. (aabibliography.com) |
| Dallas, Texas, AA History Description: Esther E. ("A Flower of the South") introduced AA to Dallas in 1943. Includes an interview with oldtimer Searcy W. (aadallas.org) |
| Dick B Articles on A.A. History Description: This prolific writer focuses on the Christian and Bible influences on early Alcoholics Anonymous. Several articles here. Links to other sites with even more. (dickb.com) |
| Dr Harry Tiebout Papers Description: Dr. Harry M. Tiebout, a psychiatrist, was an early supporter of Alcoholics Anonymous. These papers are an important part of A.A. history. (silkworth.net) |
| Dr Silkworth Archive Description: Dr. William (Silky) Silkworth was a key figure in the history of Alcoholics Anonymous. This is a collection of articles by and about him. (silkworth.net) |
| Dr. Robert Smith Archives at Brown University Description: The collection of correspondence, meeting notes and books of Alcoholics Anonymous co-founder Dr. Robert H. Smith has been acquired by Brown University and will be made available to researchers interested in the origins of 12-step recovery programs. (brown.edu) |
| For Drunks Only Description: Preface to "For Drunks Only" gives history of that book as well as the popular "Twenty-Four Hours a Day" meditation book. (groups.yahoo.com) |
| Gresham's Law in Alcoholics Anonymous Description: This 1976 article from "24 Magazine" argues that weak A.A. is squeezing out strong A.A. practices. (a-1associates.com) |
| History in Photos Description: A photographic journey through the history of Alcoholics Anonymous. Founders, friends, and memorabilia. (aabbsg.de) |
| History of AA in Ireland Description: About the people who first brought Alcoholics Anonymous to Ireland. (alcoholicsanonymous.ie) |
| How AA Came to Baltimore Description: Traces the history of the first groups. Includes text of local newspaper articles during that time. (a-1associates.com) |
| How AA Came to Maryland Description: Starts with Maryland native Sam Shoemaker a pre-founder of AA. Follows others who brought the fellowship to Maryland and the development of early groups there. (a-1associates.com) |
| How it Worked Description: The story of Clarence S and the early history of Alcoholics Anonymous in Cleveland, Ohio. Complete text available free on-line. His was "Home Brewmeister" story in the Big Book. (aabbsg.de) |
| ICYPAA History Description: International Conference of Young People in Alcoholics Anonymous. Presently limited to the location of their conventions 1958 to present. (icypaa.org) |
| In AA's First Five Years Description: An AA Grapevine article from 1967 by Lois W. A bit of Alcoholics Anonymous history including how Al-Anon was started. (barefootsworld.net) |
| Mitchell K's A.A. Photographic History Description: AA's internet archivist has created a photographic journey through the history of Alcoholics Anonymous. (silkworth.net) |
| Northern Illinois Area Description: How AA developed from the first intergroup in Chicago to what NIA is doing now. By Area 20 of Alcoholics Anonymous. (PDF requires Acrobat Reader) (aa-nia.org) |
| Old School A.A. Description: A book about the Christian techniques of early A.A.'s Fellowship as reported by A.A. Trustee Frank Amos (dickb.com) |
| Original "How It Works" Description: Text of "How It Works" chapter as it was in the draft manuscript. (aabibliography.com) |
| Oxford Group Pamphlets Reprinted Description: Thirteen complete Oxford Group pamphlets. Most of AA spiritual principals were drawn from this group's writings. (aabibliography.com) |
| People in AA History Description: An Interwoven web of the People mentioned in Alcoholics Anonymous Literature, who they are and how they fit in (aahistory.com) |
| Photographs from AA History Description: A collection from the early days of Alcoholics Anonymous with a few more recent pictures. (rewritables.net) |
| Plain Dealer Description: Cleveland Plain Dealer newspaper articles on Alcoholics Anonymous. Elrick Davis, 1939. Took AA beyond mere word of mouth. (eskimo.com) |
| Pre-Manuscript of Bill's Story Description: This is the first printed draft of the Big Book which was mailed to various individuals for their comments and also as a fund raising tool. (a-1associates.com) |
| Readings from A.A. History Description: Several articles about Alcoholics Anonymous history collected by the Midland (Michigan) Intergroup. (midlandaa.org) |
| Searcy W Description: Interview with early Texas AA member who was 54+ years sober at the time. (aabibliography.com) |
| Searcy's Book 1 Description: Offers a book on "My Alcoholism Recovery since 1946" and a history of how early A.A. groups started. (searcywdallastx.bigstep.com) |
| Second Annual AA History Conference Description: "A Spiritual Awakening." Features authors and archivests who are very familiar with the early years of AA. February 20-22, 2004 in Phoenix, AZ. (members.cox.net) |
| Sobriety Medallions Description: Article traces the origin of the sobriety anniversary medallion to 1973 and a small mint named Wendell's. (sobercity.com) |
| Some Early Sobriety Mementos Description: Photos of some early tokens marking various periods of sobriety in AA. These led to the chips that some groups still use today. (aahistory.com) |
| Sponsorship Pamphlet from 1944 Description: "A.A. Sponsorship... Its Obligations and Its Responsibilities" by Clarence S. was first published by Cleveland Central Office. (PDF requires Acrobat Reader) (midlandaa.org) |
| Success Rates in Early A.A. Description: Alcoholics Anonymous still works for alcoholics who want to stop drinking and who really try. Numbers look different because early AA prescreened candidates. Examples. (groups.yahoo.com) |
| Sue Smith Windows Memorial Book Description: Obituary and funeral card of the daughter of Doctor Bob, co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous. February 15, 1918 to February 9, 2002. (aahistory.com) |
| Ten Years of A.A. in Cuba Description: A report by someone who attended the tenth anniversary of Alcoholics Anonymous in Cuba. () |
| Tennessee Archives Description: This site is Tennessee State Archives of Alcoholics Anonymous in Area 64. The main purpose is to carry the message to the still suffering Alcoholic. (area64tnarchives.org) |
| The Akron Manual from 1940 (Part 1) Description: Historic pamphlet given to newcomers in the early days of Alcoholics Anonymous. (mypage.iusb.edu) |
| The Akron Manual from 1940 (Part 2) Description: Conclusion of historic pamphlet given to newcomers in the early days of Alcoholics Anonymous. (mypage.iusb.edu) |
| The Care of Alcoholics Description: A 1951 article by Sister Ignatia about how she and Dr Bob and other A.A. members worked together at St Thomas Hospital in Akron, Ohio. One ward was dedicated to the work of Alcoholics Anonymous. (midlandaa.org) |
| The Co-founders of Alcoholics Anonymous Description: Articles about and talks by Bill W and Doctor Bob S. Includes memorial service talk by Bill in memory of Bob. Some recordings available in Real Audio. (aaprimarypurpose.org) |
| The Common Sense of Drinking Description: This 1931 book by Richard Peabody was influential in the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous. Complete text is available as a PDF (Adobe Acrobat) file. (aabibliography.com) |
| The Detroit Pamphlet Description: "An Interpretation of the Twelve Steps" is a historic pamphlet used in early Alcoholics Anonymous. Steps are arranged in four topics of Admission, Spiritual Phase, Inventory and Restitution, and Active Work. (mypage.iusb.edu) |
| The Jack Alexander Article Description: "Alcoholics Anonymous" by Jack Alexander, Saturday Evening Post, March 1, 1941. This resulted in a major growth of AA. {Mandatory MIDI music while you read it.) (barefootsworld.net) |
| The Lord's Prayer Description: Letter from AA co-founder Bill W about the custom of using this prayer to close an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting. (groups.yahoo.com) |
| The Oxford Group Connection Description: An article about the Oxford Group and its influence in the early history of Alcoholics Anonymous. Focuses on events from 1908 through the founding of AA in 1935. (recovery.org) |
| The Oxford Group Connection Description: Many spiritual principles of Alcoholics Anonymous came from the Oxford Groups, an early 20th century religious movement. This article traces that part of AA history. (winternet.com) |
| The Real Oxford Group Connection to A.A. Description: Summary of Dick B's writings on the Oxford Groups as related to AA as of 2002. (aabibliography.com) |
| The Serenity Prayer Description: A 1992 article from "Box 4-5-9" on the origins of the Serenity Prayer and how it came to Alcoholics Anonymous. (aahistory.com) |
| The Silkworth Net Collection Description: Provides resources on the subject of alcoholism and recovery, especially AA history and the Big Book "Alcoholics Anonymous." (silkworth.net) |
| The Third Step and Your Prayer Description: Examples of prayers in use prior to publication of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. (barefootsworld.net) |
| The Varieties of Religious Experience Description: In 1938, a future founder of Alcoholics Anonymous read "Varieties of Religious Experience" by philosopher and psychologist William James. Some of these ideas were important in the history of A.A. principles. Complete text. (website.lineone.net) |
| Timeline of AA History, A Narrative Description: Traces alcoholism and the development of Alcoholics Anonymous. Names and dates including the origin of many of the Big Book stories. [Requires Acrobat Reader] (midlandaa.org) |
| Tombstone at Winchester Cathedral Description: Photograph of the tombstone which is quoted on Page 1 of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. (rewritables.net) |
| Twelve Step History Description: Several articles about AA and the Twelve Steps collected by Serenity Found. (serenityfound.org) |
| Writing The Big Book Description: Most of the ideas and wording in the A.A. book came from other writers. An essay by archivist and historian Mitchell K. (alcoholism.about.com) |
