No, history is not always written by the victors. This popular phrase oversimplifies reality: victors often influence official narratives through power and propaganda, but history is shaped by survivors, literate classes, historians, and counter-narratives from losers.Examples include the American Civil War's "Lost Cause" mythology, promoted by defeated Confederates; Genghis Khan portrayed negatively despite conquests; and the Vietnam War memorial honoring U.S. losses. Modern access to diverse sources further challenges victor dominance.https://slate.com/culture/2019/11/history-is-written-by-the-victors-quote-origin.html https://history.stackexchange.com/questions/5597/is-history-always-written-by-the-victors https://pastexplore.wordpress.com/2016/02/15/bad-historical-thinking-history-is-written-by-the-victors/ https://medium.com/@pdg1/is-history-written-by-the-victors-here-are-5-examples-of-losers-writing-history-815b4f28e37c
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Yes, the decline of wildlife and plants can alter natural aesthetic systems. Biodiversity enriches landscapes with variety, color, and vitality, enhancing perceived beauty. As species diminish, ecosystems become simpler and less vibrant, potentially reducing aesthetic appeal. However, shifting baseline syndrome means each generation accepts degraded states as "normal," gradually lowering expectations of natural beauty and reshaping aesthetic standards over time.https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/10.1098/rspb.2018.0971 https://academic.oup.com/jaac/article/82/2/174/7690156 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shifting_baseline https://esajournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/fee.1794
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The thrill of getting lost while traveling will never vanish — it’s just evolving. Paper maps are gone, but intentional “digital detox” trips, offline adventures, and areas with no signal keep the magic alive. Choosing to wander without apps rediscovers that pure, heart-racing freedom.https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-blogs/why-getting-lost-is-good/ https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/getting-lost-travel
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