Primary+Sources

A primary source is an original source such as a document, letter, diary entry, photograph, sound clip, poster, or video clip. Analyzing primary sources can reveal far more about life in the past than simply reading about it in a textbook. It also requires certain analytical skills as students have to infer and observe to draw conclusions.

To do a simple document analysis for any primary source, use the following document:

The National Archives has collections of thousands of primary sources ready to use. Visit the sites below for more information.

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