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Lesson 61 of 84 · The Civil War
Monuments and Memory
Oral history preserves spoken memories and stories. It captures voices that might not appear in written records, enriching our understanding of the past.
Key Facts
1
Primary sources come from the time of the event.
2
Historians use evidence to support claims.
3
Timelines show events in order.
Timeline
1776
The Declaration of Independence is signed
1787
The U.S. Constitution is written
1791
The Bill of Rights is ratified
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What is a primary source?