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One example of revisionism concerns [[Richard I]] of [[England]]. He has often been represented as an English hero, particularly in contrast with the weak [[King John]], but in reality he cared little for England except as a source of [[tax]] revenue, did not speak English, and seldom visited the country<ref>[http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/historic_figures/richard_i_king.shtml BBC - History - Richard I]</ref>. | One example of revisionism concerns [[Richard I]] of [[England]]. He has often been represented as an English hero, particularly in contrast with the weak [[King John]], but in reality he cared little for England except as a source of [[tax]] revenue, did not speak English, and seldom visited the country<ref>[http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/historic_figures/richard_i_king.shtml BBC - History - Richard I]</ref>. | ||
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Revision as of 14:34, December 22, 2008
Revisionism is the practice of rewriting or distorting history in order to misrepresent past events. This is often done for political or propaganda purposes, for example falsely claiming that a respected figure had similar views to one's own, or attempting to demonize a particular group.
One example of revisionism concerns Richard I of England. He has often been represented as an English hero, particularly in contrast with the weak King John, but in reality he cared little for England except as a source of tax revenue, did not speak English, and seldom visited the country[1].