Sources in the study of history?

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Answer 1

That's a pretty broad question, but I'll try.

First, the best things are primary sources where you as the historian interpret the material. Primary sources can range from hieroglyphics in Egypt to diaries, letters, photographs, film and original documents.

You can also look at archelogical findings ... believe it or not, much information is gained from ancient trash heaps!

Finally, there are secondary sources. Those are materials (web sites, books, reports, etc.). Here you must first verify the credentials of the author (which is why you should stay away from Wikipedia). You have to judge not only the validity of the material, but also the biases of the author(s) in determining the usefulness of what you are reading/viewing.

Hope that helps!

Answer 2

If you want to research historical facts try a good library or specific sites ion the Internet. For example if you wanted to research the battle of the Alamo just type in the word 'Alamo' in a search and check the sites. Wikipedia is always good for that as it has lots of peripheral sites you can visit too.

Answer 3

career as archaeologist, career in TV channels like History.