History and Archaeology

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Online

As a library member you can access a range of e-resources by logging in with your library card number and PIN.

• Search and browse many historical dictionaries, encyclopaedias and an atlas of world history at Credo Reference and Oxford Reference. Find historical themes and lists at Oxford Dictionary of National Biography
• Search Encyclopaedia Britannica Online for specific facts and for long articles on historical topics
• The PressDisplay service provides access to searchable articles from current international, national and regional newspapers. Whilst the Times Digital Archive 1785 -2007 gives a fascinating picture of over two hundred years of news. Search and view the complete Times newspaper, including articles, illustrations, photographs and advertisements
• Find useful history and archaeology web sites at History and archaeology on WebLinks
• For Bedfordshire's history and archaeology, see the separate Local and family history section

In the Library

• You can also find an amazing range of books on all aspects of history and archaeology. Search the Library Catalogue to discover what is at your local library

Page last updated: 25th November 2013