Primary Sources
A primary source is a document or physical object which was written or created during the time under study. These sources were present during an experience or time period and offer an inside view of a particular event. Some types of primary sources include:
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Secondary Sources

A secondary source interprets and analyzes primary sources. These sources are one or more steps removed from the event. Secondary sources may have pictures, quotes or graphics of primary sources in them. Some types of seconday sources are textbooks, magazine articles, histories, criticisms, commentaries, encyclopedias. These may include:
- A journal/magazine article which interprets or reviews previous findings
- A history textbook
- A book about the effects of WWI
Reference:
"Primary vs Secondary Sources." Princeton University. Web. 25 Jan. 2012.
"Primary vs Secondary Sources." Princeton University. Web. 25 Jan. 2012.