Why do historians divide history into eras?

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Why do historians divide history into eras?

2006-09-12 13:55:50 · 3 answers · asked by #@&*? 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help

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Time periods break up the data, and provide comparison ability.

2006-09-12 13:58:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

This era, often characterized by historians as one of dramatic population and ... after) the standard scheme of history was to divide history into six ages

2006-09-12 20:58:58 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋

It's easier to remember what happened when that way.

2006-09-12 21:00:06 · answer #3 · answered by Nike W 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋