A secondary source is a source created by a person who was not present at or involved with a historical event. It is often used as evidence and provides interpretations or analysis of primary sources, which are sources created by people who were directly involved in or witnessed the event.
A source created by a person who was not present at or involved with a historical event is called a secondary source. Secondary sources are typically produced by individuals who analyze or interpret primary sources or other secondary sources. They can include textbooks, encyclopedias, journal articles, and historical analyses. While secondary sources provide helpful insights and interpretations, they are not considered direct evidence of the event itself. Primary sources, on the other hand, are created by individuals who were eyewitnesses or participants in the event, providing a more direct and firsthand account.
