But, history is also a chronological record of significant events (as affecting a nation or institution) often including an explanation of their causes.
Also, history can be events that form off a subject, like the history of a space exploration. Which would be like what had happened on that space exploration.
History By Merriam-Webster's definition is :"<span>a chronological record of significant events (as affecting a nation or institution) often including an explanation of their causes"
But I think of it as more of the study of humans and how to stop ourselves from repeating mistakes made by our ancestors.</span>
They penned a handbook which became a standard reference for hunting down and prosecuting (women especially) witches. The book's name was Malleus Maleficarum.