History

This popular genealogical collection covers Canada, USA and the UK, including census, vital, church, court, voter, and immigration records. 

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A collection of digitized documents detailing colonial life in America, Africa, and Australasia by European settlers from 1650 - 1920.

Lunauweb is a digital archive of images and documents named in honour of John Lunau, a local historian who dedicated his life toward the conservation of Markham’s heritage. The database includes his papers and a number of other historical documents including photos, deeds, letters, the diary and poetry of George Bruce and notes regarding the history of local churches and cemeteries. Also included in Lunauweb is the Unionville Historical Society Papers and the Weaver Photography Collection, a collection of historical photographs by Alf Weaver documenting Thornhill’s transition from a rural to suburban community.

A collection of over 500 journals, covering all aspects of the past and current state of military affairs. Key subjects include socioeconomic effects of war, governmental policies and the structure of armed forces.

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A collection of full-text periodicals that provides insight into conflicts and their multiple causes. Suitable for students in history, social science and current events.

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Offers hundreds of pre-generated timelines covering various time periods in history or spanning the life of historical public figures. Users may also create their own timeline.

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Covers current thought and events in world history as well as scholarly work being established in the field. Suitable for both the novice historian and the advanced academic researcher.

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