For military stories, contact your local Veteran's association. You will find many people glad to talk of their experience, and who can give you insights into the emotions of the events you can't get from reading dry, historical facts. (Maybe even volunteer and get to know them?)

Newspapers keep archives. Our local paper is archived in the local and state libraries via microfiche, clear back to the 1800's. You would be amazed what you can learn about society just reading a few months worth of old newspapers, especially if you read the ads, too. Check with museums that specialize in the type of military history/artifacts that interest you.

If the only research you are doing is from your computer, you are missing the boat.

[This message has been edited by Elan (edited April 09, 2007).]