History

A massive collection of historical works which contributed to the formation of American politics, culture, and ideals. Arranged in chronological sequence (500 B.C.-1800 A.D.).

This database provides access to digital collections of primary sources (photos, letters, diaries, artifacts, etc.) that document the history of women in the United States.

Includes all collections that formerly comprised the American Memory project. An outstanding and invaluable site for American history and general studies. Contains primary and secondary documents, exhibits, map collections, prints and photographs, sound recordings and motion pictures.

The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is the nation's record keeper. Use the tab "Research Our Records" to see what documents are available online.

This Smithsonian website skillfully integrates Flash video and text to examine armed conflicts involving the U.S. from the Revolutionary War to the war in Iraq.

We've searched the Web to find primary source documents, maps, images, and more that you can use. The sites are sorted into two categories: sites relating to United States history and sites relating to world history.

WestWeb is a topically-organized website about the study of the American West.