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Britannica Library Databases Encyclopedias
Catalog of U.S. Government Publications
Finding tool for federal publications that includes descriptive information for historical and current publications as well as direct links to the full document.
Daily Life Through History Databases
Explore the details of daily life around the world from pre-history to today. Learn through articles, maps, charts, and primary documents. Engage your students with lesson plans.
FDLP Basic Collection
Government documents that provide public information about the workings and essential activities of the Federal Government.
FreeWill Databases
Write a will or trust for free in less than 20 minutes. Legally valid in all 50 states. For complex estate plans, you can create a set of documented wishes to bring to an attorney.
Gale In Context: Opposing Viewpoints Databases
Explore both sides of an issue. Use statistics and primary sources to weigh the pros and cons. Read articles written from diverse perspectives to understand others better.
govinfo.gov
Congressional Record, Federal Register, Bills, legislative calendars, and other searchable government documents.
HeinOnline Social Justice Suite Databases
Discover HeinOnline's special collection of research databases. Free access to libraries includes periodicals, government documents, international resources, and case law.
Databases included:
- Civil Rights and Social Justice
- Slavery in America and the World
- LGBTQ+ Rights
- Gun Regulation and Legislation in America
Historical Statistics of the United States Databases
Search U.S. statistics from thousands of trusted sources. View historical context for data. Create custom data tables. Download and share tables.
King County Law Library
Find legal forms, research guides, podcasts, services, and more.
Legal Information Source Databases
Find how-to instructions about the law and legal issues. Download common legal forms to fill in on many topics.
Nineteenth Century US Newspapers Databases Magazines and Newspapers
Read U.S. newspapers published in the 19th century.
Sanborn Maps (Washington State) Databases
Find large-scale maps of Washington cities and towns. Explore detailed views that show street blocks and building numbers. Maps range from 1867 to 1970.
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Washington Digital Newspapers Magazines and Newspapers
Access to historical Washington State newspapers through the Washington State Library. To access some of these resources you may need a Washington State Library card or ecard
World Geography: Understanding a Changing World Databases
Learn about the lands, peoples, and cultures in countries all around the world.