Messner/Nelson: Robber Barons
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*Databases sponsored by BHS require a username and password when accessed off campus. These passwords are located in the History folder in your Google Drive.
**Databases sponsored by KCLS will prompt you for a Library Card# and Pin. Your library card# is 417+your student ID# and your pin is the last 4 digits of your student ID#.
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Project Links:
Project Links:
This is an excellent source for locating primary sources for your project. Narrow your results by date of your historical figure's life and accomplishments.
- Screencast with tips for using NYTimes Historical
See also:Digital History: The Progressive Era Digital History: The Great Railroad Strike of 1877 Digital History: Knights of Labor
Additional Resources:
Additional Resources:
Don't forget about the books
If you are still not finding what you're looking for after searching the databases and catalog, try SWEET SEARCH. It is a search engine for academics only. It cuts out the irrelevant and sketchy websites. You should still remain skeptical and diligent when choosing your sources.
