History, General
Learning about past events is a study in
transition. Historians are trained professionals at analyzing and making sense
of human culture, and social organization changes over time. They employ
various techniques and analytic tools to learn about the past and piece
together the rich tapestry of human history, including the profound differences
in people's ideas, institutions, and cultural practices. The vast differences
in people's experiences across time and space, the difficulties people have
faced while coexisting in a globalized world.
Historians draw from a wide variety of sources
to weave together people's stories and the activities of groups into narratives
that shed new and important light on our past and present. Examining the past's
impact on global, national, and local relationships between societies and
people helps us comprehend and struggle with today's complex challenges and
dilemmas. Moreover, understanding our shared beliefs and ambitions with our
forebears helps us appreciate the uniqueness of our own experiences.