Research Guides: Veterans & Military Families Resources: Database Search Tips

Databases

SU Libraries provides access to many databases containing articles and other information sources on topics related to veterans and the military. These topics span multiple disciplines, so be sure to explore the different types of databases available on the Databases A-Z page:

Databases A-Z
A list of databases available through the Syracuse University Libraries. Includes databases containing articles, images, data, and videos. Search for a database by title, subject area, or content type.

Sample Keywords/Search Terms

Below are some sample keywords and search terms for database searches on topics related to veterans and the military:

Veterans
[war] veterans (e.g., Iraq veterans) or [home country] veterans (e.g., U.S. veterans)
Veterans AND healthcare
Veterans AND employment
Veterans AND education
Veterans affairs
Veterans benefits
Veteran service organizations
Cybersecurity

Databases with Specialized Content on Veteran and Military Topics

Below are some databases with specialized content on veteran- and military-related topics:

Access World News: Access Military, Government, Defense
Access to print editions of several sources including Air Force Times, Army Times, Marine Corps Times, Navy Times, Defense News, Federal Times, and Armed Forces Journal.
Homeland Security Digital Library
The HSDL collection provides quick access to important U.S. policy documents, presidential directives, and national strategy documents as well as specialized resources such as theses and reports from various universities, organizations and local and state agencies.
Military History Documentaries in Kanopy
Documentaries about military history in the Kanopy database, a collection of streaming videos, including educational and feature films.
Veteran Documentaries in Kanopy
Documentaries about veterans and veteran issues in the Kanopy database, a collection of streaming videos, including educational and feature films.