What Is a Primary Source?

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There's always more than one side to the story.

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Primary sources were created at the time of an event: diaries, letters, photographs, speeches, and records. They offer firsthand evidence.

Key facts

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Then & Now

History isn't really 'history' — it shapes today, every day.

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Why is it important to compare multiple sources?

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What is bias in a source?

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