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The history we learn at school.

Is mostly untrue as a rule.

 A rather biased point of view.

Recorded by the victors who,

in an attempt to justify

 their actions are prepared to lie.

 The losers cannot air their views

 and so we have no chance to choose.

Which version is more accurate.

Which gives me confidence to state.

 The rubbish taught as history,

should not be taken seriously

 Not only probably untrue

 it is distinctly boring too.

 

26-Oct-08

 

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Reviews

[Frieda P]

So very true, everything in life should be taken with a grain of salt. Good one.

[Deuces]

It's the first time I'm reading this, old friend! I'm back on WC now and came upon this. Great piece and I hope all is well with you.

[☮]

Totally agreed!!! I appreciate the ode, my friend. Concise and honest point of view.

Nice write.

[Sound]

Nice poem, and states a good point too.

[Janice Scott]

I really enjoyed this poem, but I totally agree with Emily, right or wrong we need to know both sides of it.

[Emily B]

History should be learned outdoors in historic places. Textbooks should be replaced with primary resources. Let's read their words not our interpretations of them. :)

Right or wrong. Let's learn both sides of it. (Don't think I won't argue with the schools when it comes to this.)