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Ministry of Truth alters historical records to maintain power from "summary" of 1984 [Nineteen Eighty-four] by George Orwell
The Party, through the Ministry of Truth, holds absolute power over the past. It has the capability to alter historical records to suit its current needs and maintain control over the present and future. By rewriting history, the Party can shape the narrative of reality, ensuring that its version of events is the only one that exists. This manipulation of the past allows the Party to eliminate any evidence that contradicts its teachings or threatens its authority. The Ministry of Truth is responsible for fabricating historical documents and altering existing records to align with the Party's ever-changing ideology. Winston, as an employee of the Ministry, experiences firsthand the extent to which history is manipulated. He is tasked with rewriting articles and speeches to reflect the Party's agenda, erasing any mention of individuals or events that have fallen out of favor with the Party. The Party's control over history is not limited to altering documents; it extends to every aspect of society. Propaganda is used to reinforce the Party's version of history, with slogans such as "Who controls the past controls the futu...
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