From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary Englishlocal historyˌlocal ˈhistory noun [uncountable] SHthe history of a particular area
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local history• Donald had had enough local history.• Fortunately, most local record offices contain an abundance of sources for local history, going back at least two hundred years.• Sources for local history Document sources are indispensible for most local history studies.• Those visiting the current exhibit will learn that black churches and their leaders played key roles in local history.• Some areas may provide a rich vein of local history which is also well related to a supplementary unit.• Only a year, more frequently one portion of a year, is given to local history, geography, or law. 