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Special Collections: Searching for Primary Documents at ECU: Primary Sources

Database Links

Tip: The database links on this page are subscription-based digital resources. ECU pays for the subscription of these databases, and you will be able to find interesting primary source materials in them. The databases will give you yet another source of primary materials, but you are encouraged to search our rich holdings at ECU. Click on the other tabs in this guide to learn more about the Special Collections holdings housed at East Carolina.

What is Historical Thinking?

This video, which was created to discuss teaching history to students by the National History Education Clearinghouse, is a wealth of knowledge about the historical process and primary sources. Enjoy!

More Links to Guide You: Primary Sources

These links, created by Joyner Librarians, can help you learn more about researching in the History field.

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