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historic and historical

It was a historic moment. = an important moment in history.

It is a historical novel. = a novel about a period in history.

Compare ‘a historic event‘ (an event that changed history) and ‘a historical event’ (such as a parade in historical costumes)

People wearing historical costumes at the carnival in Venice
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