1940

changes in real GDP over the business cycle are largely attributable to changes in investment over the business cycle.

Historical continuity refers to an event or a cycle which takes place over time where the same factors continue to be in place over the years. It refers to the progress of something as far as history is concerned.

Lots of plants & few animals - about half a billion years ago. (The Carbonaceous.)

Not much. ^^ There are a lot of walks and beaches and places to cycle, and some interesting museums and historical places. There are a few shops, but not all that many, and there are sometimes things such as sailing courses going on.