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international Mar 15, 2025

If history is written by the victors, can we ever trust what we think we know?

Discussions covered various perspectives, including an analysis of historical events that may have been inaccurately dated, a critique of Eurocentric education, and the argument that truth is relative and socially constructed. The group examined the reliability of historical sources, the influence of psychology and bias on our understanding of history, and the responsibilities of journalism—particularly in an era where media ownership shapes narratives.  

Participants debated the existence of objective truth and the role individuals play in scrutinizing information. The conversation concluded with reflections on media manipulation and the challenges of documenting contemporary events, such as the COVID-19 pandemic. Overall, the meeting fostered critical thinking about the construction and interpretation of historical narratives.