History is a chronological record of events from past to present. Most of society would agree that history is based on records of events; however there are those who believe history was written by victors. As individuals we all have our own meaning or interpretation of how history was written or recorded.
As society may agree that history is written by the victors, we should keep an open mind to how history was written, as the accounts of events back that far are hard to verify as those who live that era are now deceased. Researchers spend a life time to find the answers to the unsolved questions and the search for the truth to historical events. Finding facts on history would include as only a fraction of it has actually been documented, it’s also important to consider the reliable source in which the information was obtained. We leave the facts up to archaeology and historians to write what may or may not have happened. Can we trust the experts to give the actual facts to something that may or may not have happen so long ago?
With history based on the victors it really does not portray both sides equally. It’s important to portray both sides of a pivotal confrontation to understand the actual facts of what happened. The losing side of history is just as equal to our understanding of history as the victors’ sides. Knowing all the aspects of both sides helps us learn from mistakes whether it was a win or lose battle. With any situation the more information you retrieve, the better it is for us to understand what may have happened and to possibly avoid another event from happening again.
Wars between victors and losers’ are not solely base on who wins. Wars between people, countries or states influence our culture, religious beliefs and civilization. It also can introduce new weapons, strategic tactics and introduce leaders who can create a wide path