Explore Detective Techniques
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Preservation
Learn how to preserve papers, books, photographs and textiles.
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Glossary
A list of useful words and phrase for carrying out historical research.
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Building Background
Discover more about a building's history.
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Genealogy
Learn how to successfully investigate your family history.
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Finding Experts
How to source the correct expert to assist in an investigation.
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Tracking People
Learn how to research a person using public records.
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Very Old Objects
How to discover fascinating history, from very old objects.
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Historical Research
It's your turn to be a History Detective.
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Timber Dating
Using ring sequences or radiocarbon dating.
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Appraising
Getting a valuation using an independent source or expert opinion.
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Patent Analysis
Find out the origin and detail surrounding an invention or innovation.
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Geological Analysis
Learn how to identify probable age and origin of ceramic, stone and tile objects
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Ballistics
Collecting clues and evidence from bullets and firearms.
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Archives
Learn how to successfully use archives for your research.
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Analyzing Art
Taking a closer look at works of art.
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Forensic Anthropology
How to use a multi-disciplinary approach to uncover the secrets hidden in bones.
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Military Research
Using military records in your research.
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Do's And Don'ts
Your definitive list of do's and don'ts when carrying out historical research.
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Photographs
Learn how to analyze your photographs.
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Document Examination
How to determine authenticity and authorship of a document.
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Textile Analysis
How to find out more about a textile's origins.