Types of primary material used for historical reconstruction.
Drawing on contemporary reports, eyewitness accounts, and the archives of the Manchester Guardian, Daily Express, and others, this article reconstructs how British newspapers covered the Korean War, shaped public opinion, and reflected a nation’s fears of atomic conflict and communist ‘brainwashing.’
Maps are far more than geographical representations—they are primary sources that reveal the knowledge, biases, and ambitions of their creators. This article draws on historical guides and archival practice to show how to analyze maps as evidence of past worldviews.
A practical guide to using government documents—census records, congressional reports, hearings, and more—as primary sources. Learn how to interpret these records, avoid common pitfalls, and find them in depository libraries and digital archives.