Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

historical evidence

noun

/hɪsˈtɒrɪkəl ˈɛvɪdəns/

Definition

Data or information from the past that is used to establish facts or support historical claims.

Examples

Archaeologists discovered historical evidence that suggested advanced civilization existed in the region centuries ago.
The documents served as historical evidence to support the claims made in the biography.
Historians debated the validity of the historical evidence presented in the court case.

Meaning

Historical evidence refers to any material or documentation from past events that can be used to validate or interpret historical narratives or conclusions.