COD Library: HIST 2235 20th Century World History- Dr. Ritzema: Background Information & Timelines

Background Sources

Credo Reference

Credo Reference provides access to a broad selection of dictionaries, bilingual dictionaries, thesauri, encyclopedias, quotations, and atlases, plus a wide range of subject-specific titles. Includes a built-in mind map to help students brainstorm search terms. Credo is a great place to start your research.
Britannica Academic

Britannica Academic is an online resource for academic research, including articles, videos, and primary sources. It provides reliable, expert-reviewed information across a wide range of subjects, such as history, science, and literature. The platform is designed to support students, researchers, and faculty with tools for citation and advanced search features.

Timelines

Timelines can be extremely useful aid in identifying historical events. A good way to find timelines, also known as chronologies, is to search the web using keywords that reflect the place and time period. Look for professional journalism sites, such as the BBC or NY Times, or academic sites whose URL ends in .edu. Wikipedia can also be a good source for timelines.

For example, do a search for "History of Vietnam chronology"