Draft genome sequence of strains, isolated from soil samples from a historic tannery site in Upper Austria.

In this announcement, we present the draft genomes of four isolates, MH-MFM, MH-VW, MH-PR, and MH-JJ, originating from soil samples retrieved from a sludge disposal site of a historic tannery site in Upper Austria.

Persistence in time: the hunt for at a historic tannery site in Austria reveals genetic diversity thought extinct.

Unlabelled: Identifying and analyzing historic anthrax loci may provide a treasure trove to fill in the gaps of persistence in time and genetic diversity of . In countries where anthrax has become a disease of the past, detailed knowledge of the exact location and stability of spores in soil reservoirs is limited. Reviewing archival records may provide valuable clues to unearthing such forgotten sites.