Why was Herodotus called as the "Father of History"?

Because he wrote a book.

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Because he inquired about the Greco-Persian wars.

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Because he was the first historian to systematically record the events that happened.

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Because he was interested in history.

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The correct option is C Because he was the first historian to systematically record the events that happened.

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