history
noun:a systematic study of past events, particularly in human affairs
She majored in history to understand how societies evolve over time.
noun:a chronological record of significant events or developments
The museum displayed a timeline of the city's history from its founding to the present.
We can learn valuable lessons by reflecting on history.
noun:the particular sequence of events associated with a person, organization, or object
The company's history includes several mergers and acquisitions.