Historian's Code

As a historian, I vow to:

• Uphold the truths of history, despite how strong the tide of popular opinion may push against them
• Use and properly cite only the most accurate and/or relevant sources in my work, be they primary, secondary, or tertiary.
• Appreciate each day in my career as a day which will become a part of history, because when the sun sets on that day, that is exactly what it will become.
• Study, learn from, and teach history in its entirety, not just the pretty or flattering parts.
• Do no harm to historical documents, books, and other artifacts.
• Regularly watch so called "historical" films and e-mail directors when they adapt the events for the sake of dramatic effect. Yes, I'm talking to you, Roland Emmerich.
• Never forget that although I may earn my bachelor's, master's, or even doctorate, I will forever be a student, learning from the past.