Defining Primary and Secondary Sources
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Subject Guides: Primary vs. Secondary Sources: Primary vs. Secondary SourcesPrimary and Secondary Sources | Ginn LibraryPrimary, Secondary, and Tertiary SourcesDifference Between Primary and Secondary Data (With Comparison Chart) - Key DifferencesI know I want to start a research project on the life of Harriet Tubman. What I know so far is that she was born into slavery in 1820 and she died in March 1913. Now it's time for me to take the next step. In order to learn more about Harriet Tubman and her work, I need to find different historical sources. These historical sources are called primary sources and secondary sources.
My teacher, Mr. Lexington, spent a whole class explaining the difference between primary and secondary sources. He said it is important to learn the difference, because it will help me to easily recognize important historical documents.
