Internet Resources - History

Databases

• Access Video On Demand
  Enjoy instant access to world-class documentaries, award-winning educational films, independent films, and helpful instructional videos. All you need is Internet access and a valid library card number! iPad, Android, PC and Mac friendly.
  Browse related subjects: Art, Business, Consumers, Do-It-Yourself, Education, Environment, Geography, History, Performing Arts, Philosophy, Recreation, Religion, Travel
• Fold3 History & Genealogy Archives
  Fold3 provides convenient access to over 5 million original US military records, including stories, photos, and personal documents of the men and women who served. Purchased through funds donated by the Genealogical Society of Santa Cruz County.
  Browse related subjects: Archives, Genealogy, Government, History, Names, People, Primary Sources
• Gale Virtual Reference Library
  Includes e-books on the following topics: General Reference, Education, History, Nation and the World, Religion, Science, and Social Science.
  Browse related subjects: Countries, Education, History, Religion, Science, Social Issues
• National Geographic Archive
  National Geographic magazine is recognized for some of the highest-quality photojournalism and cartography in the world. This award-winning, iconic magazine is famous for providing in-depth coverage of cultures, nature, science, technology and the environment. Featuring the complete archive of the magazine to the mid-1990s, the National Geographic Magazine Archive includes every page and every photograph, all fully searchable.
  Browse related subjects: History, Magazine Articles, News, Teen Homework Help
• U.S. History in Context (Gale Cengage)
  Comprehensive coverage of the most studied topics in U.S. history courses. This integrated collection covers all areas of U.S. history from from the arrival of Vikings in North America 1,000 years ago to Vietnam, Watergate and the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. A rich collection of primary documents, original reference sources and newspaper/journal articles.
  Browse related subjects: History, Teen Homework Help
• Vogue Archive
  A complete searchable archive of American Vogue, from the first issue in 1892 to the current month, reproduced in high-resolution color page images. Every page, advertisement, cover and fold-out has been included, with rich indexing enabling you to find images by garment type, designer and brand names.
  Browse related subjects: Archives, Art, History, Magazine Articles, Names, People
• World History in Context (Gale Cengage)
  World History in Context reaches back nearly 5,000 years to chronicle the rise and fall of cultures and societies across all continents and eras. Rare primary sources combine with reliable references to put content into context for every learner. Includes primary source documents, thousands of full-text articles and reference documents.
  Browse related subjects: Countries, History, Teen Homework Help

Recommended Websites

• Chick History
  Chick History is dedicated to debunking famous myths, exploring new biographies, and learning about the amazing contributions by women to history.
  Browse related subjects: History
• Internet Public Library History Collection
  Extensive list of websites on history. Browse by era, region, or topic.
  Browse related subjects: History, Politics

Local Links

• Capitola Historical Museum
  Browse related subjects: History, Local History, Santa Cruz County
• Santa Cruz County Genealogy
  Part of SFgenealogy which provides access to genealogical and historical information for San Francisco, the San Francisco Bay Area, and the State of California. The Santa Cruz section includes a database of the cemeteries in Santa Cruz County that includes a name search function.
  Browse related subjects: Genealogy, History, Names, People
• Santa Cruz County GenWeb
  Local entry point to the US GenWeb Project. Consists of volunteer operated Internet websites for genealogical research in every county and every state of the United States. The non-commercial Project is committed to free access. The network is centered at the county level. State Websites also provide very important information, including such resources as queries, family reunion bulletin boards, state histories, and maps showing the changing county boundaries, among others. Many states also have ongoing projects as diverse as the transcription of Civil War regiments or the reuniting of families with lost photos, bibles, etc. All of the counties provide links for you to post queries, access the state's home page and access the archives. Click on US GenWeb to locate national and state resources. To find resources in other countries visit the World GenWeb Project.
  Browse related subjects: Genealogy, History, Libraries, Names, People, Santa Cruz County