11 Quotes About Rewriting History

When we talk about history, we’re often focused on the accomplishments of great people. We read about their victories and their contributions to society. We learn about moments that changed the world and made our lives better. But there’s another side to history: It’s full of mistakes and flaws and sometimes downright evil Read more

History is a collection of stories. The stories we tell give us a view of how we were, and how we should be – and they can be inspiring or infuriating. We all know that history isn’t always as rosy as it looks on paper (especially when you look at the past through the lens of today).

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That's how it is with legends. The greater they sound, the more must've got left out. Tim Tharp
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The most effective way to destroy people is to deny and obliterate their own understanding of their history. George Orwell
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History is a set of lies agreed upon. Unknown
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By its very nature, history is always a one-sided account. Dan Brown
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What you do in this world is a matter of no consequence. The question is what can you make people believe you have done. Arthur Conan Doyle
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There was a little girl Who had a little curl Right in the middle of her forehead. When she was good, she was very, very good. And when she was “bad”, Her Papa loved her anyway. Kristen McKee
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You may have to fight a battle more than once to win it. Margaret Thatcher
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Don’t be so caught up in the noble cause of responsibility that you lose your passion for who you are living for. Shannon L. Alder
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Old Mother Hubbard Went to the cupboard To get her dear dog a bone. Though the cupboard was bare, When she focused elsewhere Her heart overflowed with fun! Kristen McKee
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True, I have raped history, but it has produced some beautiful offspring. Alexandre Dumas