What contribution did Herodotus give to history?

Answer 1

He gave a series of paid lectures in Athens, which he subsently wrote down, titled Histories (in Greek = 'Researches').

In these he gave a fairly systematic account of the background to the events preceding and surrounding the Persian invasion of Greece. Previous historical accounts were fragmented, and he has become known a 'the Father of History', as he showed how to write history with cause and effect rather than just a series of tales.

Answer 2

Herodotus, often referred to as the "Father of History," made several important contributions to the field. He is known for writing the first comprehensive, systematic account of the past, known as The Histories. Herodotus also introduced the practice of critical inquiry and cross-referencing multiple sources in his work, setting a high standard for historical accuracy. His approach to historiography influenced later historians and helped establish the study of history as a discipline.