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AM’s new resource, A Global History of Epidemics, 1800-1970, offers interdisciplinary researchers unique primary sources, interactive tools from maps to timelines, and expert essays, to explore disease history, colonialism, and public health advancements within the British Empire and beyond.

AM's latest publication provides a vivid visual exploration of twentieth-century China, showcasing historical and cultural transformations. Enriched with powerful accessibility and discovery tools, and contextual resources, China on Film provides an invaluable resource for studying modern Chinese history and early film-making.

AM’s First Folios Compared, an innovative open access collection, has been named a Best Reference resource in Library Journal’s annual list. Judges noted how the collection's 'superb execution' and 'powerful search tools' create 'exciting research opportunities.'

AM Archives Direct expands its wealth of East Asian material with the release of Foreign Office, Consulate and Legation Files, China: 1830–1939. Drawn exclusively from The National Archives, UK, Section I focuses on Wars and Treaties, 1830–1895, offering a valuable lens into Sino-British diplomacy, trade, and public health.

Explore the dynamic world of nineteenth-century theatre with AM's The Nineteenth Century Stage. Featuring materials from playbills and photographs to prompt books, it reveals advancements in theatre design, celebrity culture, and performance, perfect for studying theatre's intersection with literature, society, and innovation.

In this article originally published in Against the Grain, AM's Laura Blomvall explores the University of Hawaiʻi students’ UK research trip, focusing on Hawaiian history and culture. It highlights how digitised archives support accessibility, inclusive metadata, and decolonisation efforts, fostering rich discussions about collaboration, language, and representation in historical records.

Learn the ways in which digital primary sources are transforming higher education by enhancing academic engagement, maintaining learning continuity, and promoting student success. This article explores the impact of the global pandemic, highlights survey findings on educational challenges, and reveals how universities are integrating digital resources into their teaching frameworks.

AM's Nick Jackson explores how Dr. Matt Graham uses the AM Archives Direct database, Apartheid South Africa, 1948-1994, in undergraduate teaching at the University of Dundee. Through equitable access to primary sources, students engage with historical materials, enhancing critical thinking and analytical skills while fostering an understanding of the complexities of archival research.

AM is pleased to announce Trade in Early Modern London: Livery Company Records 1450–1750, offering unparalleled access to livery company archives. These records illuminate their economic, political, and cultural impact, revealing their pivotal role in governance, trade regulation, patronage, and London’s historical development.

After receiving a ‘highly recommended’ review by CHOICE, Women’s Voices and Life Writing, 1600-1968 has also received the prestigious honour of being named an Outstanding Academic Title 2024, underscoring the collection’s scholarly value, accessibility, and overall quality.

AM's Holly Francis discusses the collaborative efforts of AM and the Galt Museum & Archives in supporting cultural heritage preservation through the AM Archival School for Ukraine. This initiative empowers Ukrainian archivists with tools and knowledge to safeguard historical materials, encouraging professional growth and international cooperation amidst the challenges of ongoing conflict.

Module I of American Committee on Africa (ACOA) unveils its pivotal role in African liberation movements, offering invaluable primary source material on ACOA's advocacy and US solidarity with anti-apartheid efforts, from speeches, personal correspondence and audio recordings to records of boycotts and divestment campaigns.