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Ph.D. Cand. in Latin. Conversant with all forms of the language: classical, mediaeval, and modern. My purpose is to provide information on the Latin language of all periods. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT REQUESTS FOR TRANSLATIONS. If you need assistance for a translation projects, there are other resources that provide that service, such as Vivat Latina! at www.traditio.com/latin.htm.

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I have 45 years of teaching at all levels from public school through university postgraduate. I read, write, and speak Latin daily.

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Latin - History

Expert: Michael - 10/5/2008

Question
WHAT IS THE OLD LATIN OR CLASSICAL LATIN WORD FOR HISTORY?

Answer
In classical Latin, the word "historia" can mean *a* history, that is an account of some event, an historical narrative. If you want to use history in a more generic sense, e.g., as a topic, you would use another expression, such as "res gestae" (literally, historical events).

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