Naval Historywith Dr. Alex

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Why Historians make great & terrible customers

Critical ThinkingHistorical MethodResearch

Study Why Historians make great & terrible customers, a Dr. Alex Clarke video from 13 Aug 2025, with 3 time notes. Topics include Critical Thinking, Historical Method, Research.

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Runtime2:26
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  1. 0:00
    Research habits beyond the archive

    The habits historians use to investigate sources can make them informed, cooperative customers when a seller's claims hold up.

    Chapter
  2. 1:14
    Testing sales claims against evidence

    Research helps a customer spot the difference between a supplier who states their limits and one who makes unsupported promises.

    Notable Point
  3. 1:54
    Multiple quotes and fit-for-purpose choices

    Getting several quotes can show what is feasible and why the cheapest option is not always the one that meets the need.

    Notable Point