New Database: History Reference Center

Thu, 29 Aug 2013 14:32:13 -0400
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UMBC now has access to the database History Reference Center (Ebsco)

The History Reference Center includes full text from reference books, encyclopedias, non-fiction books, history journals and magazines. It also includes primary source documents, supplemental photos, maps and videos. The content is international in scope and intended for preliminary research by students at all levels.

Content Summary:

Nearly 57,000 historical documents

More than 80,000 biographies of historical figures

More than 1,990 full-text reference books, encyclopedias and non-fiction books

Nearly 46,000 historical photos & maps

More than 80 hours of historical video