This access code card and accompanying digital resource package aims to provide students with the necessary tools and methodologies to conduct academic research in American history effectively. The authors, including established historians like H.W. Brands, provide a framework that integrates digital database access with structured guidance on the research process. By combining access to the EBSCO ContentSelect database with instructional materials on writing and citation, the resource seeks to bridge the gap between historical inquiry and academic output. It serves as a practical supplement to standard history curricula, focusing on the mechanics of library navigation and the formal requirements of historical writing.

This resource is designed as a functional tool for undergraduate students navigating the requirements of historical research and academic writing. Its utility is tied directly to the institutional adoption of the MySearchLab platform within history departments.