Background Research
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The South Carolina Encyclopedia OnlineSearch events, people, organizations, and places related to your marker
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Credo ReferenceUse to find quick facts, images or background information on various topics in dictionaries and encyclopedias.
Reserve Materials
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Other history books on ReserveIncludes several guides to writing in History
Searching the USC Catalog
To search for collections and other materials related to your chosen marker, try both Subject and Keyword searches for names, institutions, organizations, etc.
For example:
As you learn more details, try additional searches for related institutions, businesses, organizations, and people.
Online Historical Newspapers
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South Carolina Digital NewspapersFree online access to historic local and regional newspapers originating throughout South Carolina
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SC Historical Newspapers Collection (Richland Library)Online access to The State newspaper in Columbia from 1891 to 1995. Must get a Richland Library card. All USC students can get a 1-year education card at any location by showing a valid Carolina Card; residents of Richland County with proof of address (bill, lease, etc.) can get a regular library card.
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New York Times (Historical 1851-2014)Keyword searching and full-text access to this major national newspaper.
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Accessible ArchivesIncludes some SC newspapers from the Colonial era, 1732-1780
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Chronicling America: Historic American NewspapersFreely search selected American newspapers, including South Carolina papers, from 1836-1922 or use the U.S. newspaper directory to find information about American newspapers published between 1690-present.
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Early American Newspapers, Series I 1690-1876Offers fully searchable, cover-to-cover reproductions from more than 700 historical American newspapers from 23 states and the District of Columbia printed between 1690 and 1876.
Student Feedback Form
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Feedback on Library SessionAfter attending your HIST 300 visit to Thomas Cooper Library, please complete this feedback form.
Contact Info
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