Once materials have been identified the footnotes and bibliographies contained in each will likely suggest primary resources that are available. Some bibliographies separate primary and secondary materials. Search for identified materials in the library catalog. Identify persons involved with the topic Using secondary sources, identify persons involved. The might be cabinet ministers, diplomats, rulers, eye-witnesses.
Searches can be general or specific and use keywords or exact subject headings.
New searches can than be created using either subject keywords or exact subject headings. Do not neglect more general searches. Once local resources have been identified it might be necessary to expand the search to other library catalogs . Try Hamilton College . It is close and we have a liberal borrowing arrangement with them.