Primaarilähteille

Primaarilähteille, also known as primary sources, are original materials created by witnesses or participants of an event, or by people with firsthand knowledge of the subject. These sources provide direct evidence and are crucial for historical research. They can include documents, artifacts, photographs, audio recordings, and video recordings. Primary sources are often used to verify and interpret secondary sources, which are analyses or interpretations of primary sources. They are valuable because they offer insights that are not available in secondary sources, such as the personal experiences and perspectives of the people involved. However, they can also be biased or incomplete, so they should be used with caution and in conjunction with other sources. Examples of primary sources include diaries, letters, speeches, newspapers, and interviews.