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- Ancient & Medieval History Online — free access with a Jones Library card
Explore nine civilizations from prehistory through the 1500s - Global Issues in Context
Find in-depth analysis of issues and headlines from around the world - New York Times Digital Edition (NYTimes.com) — free access with a Jones Library card
Unlimited access to articles and NYT Cooking with a 24-hour pass - Opposing Viewpoints
Explore many sides of a social or political issue - U.S. History in Context
Find in-depth coverage of people and events, including primary sources - Wall Street Journal Digital Edition (WSJ.com) — free access with a Jones Library card
Unlimited access to articles with a 3-day pass - World History in Context
Search a broad collection of historical resources, including primary sources - See also: our collection of Newspapers (print & digital)
Recommended Websites
- America's Founding Documents
Text and meaning of the U.S. Constitution, Bill of Rights, & Declaration of Independence - The American Presidency Project
Searchable archive of presidential public documents — compiled by UC Santa Barbara - Digital Public Library of America
Access millions of photos, manuscripts, sounds, etc. – from libraries, archives, & museums - USA Facts
Data about the U.S. population, government finances, and government impact on society - Voice of America Pronunciation Guide
Authoritative audio pronunciations of the names of people and places in the news