Public Libraries

Sources in U.S. History Online is the resource for patrons, students, teachers and others interested in American history. This archive not only provides a relevant, edited collection of first-hand accounts, it provides an intuitive way of searching and the chance to discover history in a whole new way.

Sources in U.S. History Online offers targeted results for your community:

  • Students will find resources for coursework in subjects like history, government, and social studies.
  • Teachers will find first-hand accounts of history that will enhance students’ textbook learning of American history, plus contextual essays written by leading researchers that provide a more in-depth view of certain topics
  • History buffs will gain access to rare, hard-to-find documents with full-text searchability