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National History Day / Research: Sources

Resources to assist in the preparation of National History Day

Your research is only as strong as your sources. Begin your search with some secondary sources to gain an overview of your topic. Then drill down and use primary sources to gain a clearer understanding of your subject, free from the interpretation (and bias) of another. Always challenge yourself to understand who wrote/produced your information? When? For what purpose? 

Databases

E-Books

Finding Primary Sources in Secondary Sources

Tools for Research

These archives may be helpful in your research. There are so many archives available to you with the click of a mouse. Search your topic and the words "archive OR museum" and you will most likely get a treasure trove of valuable sources.

"Mining" Wikipedia for Information

Using Google Books

Using Digital Archives