The documents section can be searched by date range, theme, or document type,
and includes historical documents and photographs digitized from their original
source.
The interactive chronology presents key dates in American
History in a convenient timeline format and is searchable by date, theme, or
keyword.
The thematic guides feature arranges relevant documents and features according
to theme.
The essays section collects the writing of
leading American History experts on prominent topics.
On the video lectures page, America’s leading writers and
historians tackle subjects such as Benjamin Franklin, Slavery and Emancipation,
and the Declaration of Independence, among others.
There’s also a virtual tour of Mount Vernon, George
Washington’s family home, featuring relevant photos and documents.
The History of America in 100 Documents feature presents
documents from 1493 through 1859 to highlight key themes of these historical
periods.
Mapping Gettysburg is an interactive map of the infamous
Civil War battlefield, with letters, diaries, and images to make this legendary
event come alive.
American History has never been easier or more enjoyable to
explore. Take a look at the American History: 1860 - 1945 database. Off-campus access is as
easy as entering your SCC username and password (the same you use for the
portal). And as always, ask SCC Library staff for help with this or any of our
research databases.
