Quote by George Orwell

The most effective way to destroy people is to deny and obliterate their own understanding of their history.

The most effective way to destroy people is to deny and obli

Summary

This quote suggests that one of the most powerful ways to harm or control a population is by manipulating or erasing their collective memory and understanding of their past. By denying access to historical information or distorting the truth, individuals and communities can be stripped of their identity and shaped according to the intentions of those in power. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining knowledge and awareness of one's history in order to preserve identity, freedom, and guard against manipulation.

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Propaganda History Rewriting History

By George Orwell

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