Originaalallikad
Originaalallikad, meaning "original sources" in Estonian, refers to primary source materials that provide direct, firsthand evidence about an event, object, person, or work of art. These sources are contemporary to the topic they describe and have not been interpreted or analyzed by others. Examples of original sources include historical documents like letters, diaries, government records, and photographs, as well as original research data, interviews, artifacts, and artistic creations.
In research and scholarship, original sources are crucial for establishing facts, understanding historical context, and developing
The authenticity and reliability of original sources are paramount. Historians and researchers must critically assess these