History can be manipulated to serve those in power from "summary" of Animal Farm by George Orwell by George Orwell
The pigs in charge of Animal Farm knew the power of controlling history. They understood that by manipulating the past, they could shape the present and control the future. They made sure that the animals only heard the version of events that served their own interests. For example, when a battle was fought and there were casualties, the pigs would alter the details to make themselves look heroic and invincible. They would erase any mention of their own mistakes or shortcomings, painting a picture of themselves as infallible leaders. By doing so, they ensured that the animals saw them as the saviors of the farm, deserving of unwavering loyalty and obedience. The pigs also used propaganda to rewrite history in their favor. They would constantly repeat slogans and mantras that reinforced their authority and justified their actions. By bombarding the animals with these messages, they created a distorted reality where t...
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