Is it a crime to tamper with history?

In some cases, altering history could be considered a crime. This depended on how the act of altering history affected the authenticity and integrity of history and the countries or regions involved. In some countries or regions, altering history may be defined as "malicious modification" or "intentional destruction of historical truth" and may be considered a criminal act. For example, it was a crime to tamper with history during the Soviet era because it destroyed the authenticity and integrity of the Soviet history. However, in other countries or regions, altering history may not be considered a crime unless it negatively affects history, cultural heritage, or national identity. For example, altering history in the United States could be accused of "historical nihilism" or "denial of American history" and could be considered a crime. Whether or not altering history was a crime depended on the specific country or region, historical background, and the act of altering.